Painting Instructor: Vladislav Yeliseyev
Our tour is crafted for a close-knit group of friends, where every member is treated like family. We prioritize creating an atmosphere where personalized attention from our hosts is central, whether during study sessions or exploration activities. Every day is enriched with both painting and cultural activities, including guided tours, visits to museums, painting demonstrations, and personalized one-on-one instruction led by the esteemed artist Vladislav Yeliseyev. These experiences are designed to elevate your skills while capturing the breathtaking scenes of this iconic city. Everyone will end up with beautiful, memorable paintings and an experience they will never forget.
We understand the challenge of finding like-minded individuals who share a passion for painting and travel. We welcome non-painting partners and friends, as well as independent painters who prefer to explore with us but paint on their own.
This unique tour is all about immersing yourself in an artistic journey within a setting that has remained unchanged for centuries. Enjoy the camaraderie of fellow art enthusiasts while experiencing personalized care and attention, ensuring a truly memorable and enriching experience for all.
This art retreat on the serene Lido of Venice offers a perfect blend of creativity, culture, and relaxation. You’ll stay in a 4-star elegant Art Nouveau historic residence, surrounded by the charm and tranquility of this seaside haven just minutes from the heart of Venice. Each day begins with gourmet breakfasts and offers the opportunity to paint at stunning locations carefully chosen for their beautiful light and inspiring atmosphere.
Between painting sessions, savor exquisite cuisine, enjoy private water taxi rides, and immerse yourself in enriching cultural experiences. You’ll also experience the magic of a romantic gondola ride and have the option to attend a concert at the world-famous La Fenice Opera House.
This retreat perfectly combines art, culture, and relaxation in one of the world’s most captivating cities — where every moment feels like a painting come to life.
In addition to painting and learning, you will enjoy a deep cultural immersion into the vibrant life of Venice. Experience a private gondola tour and visit some of the city’s most iconic landmarks — St. Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, and the Galleria dell’Accademia — each offering an unforgettable glimpse into Venice’s artistic and historical heritage. Our guided tour of the city reveals fascinating insights into its rich history and breathtaking architecture.
Optional: Attend a concert at the renowned La Fenice Opera House (limited seating available).
Special attention will be given to local Italian cuisine.
Enjoy Gourmet Breakfasts Daily, three exquisite lunches and four 3-course dinners.
The workshop includes lessons, step-by-step watercolor demonstrations, and personalized one-on-one instruction led by the renowned artist Vladislav Yeliseyev (Vlad). You are welcome to paint in the medium of your choice—Vlad’s teaching focuses on essential art fundamentals that apply to all mediums. Our charming hotel provides a beautiful and comfortable space for painting sessions, offering convenience and inspiration right at your doorstep. Under Vlad’s guidance, you’ll enhance your skills while capturing the breathtaking scenes of this iconic city. Everyone will finish the workshop with beautiful, memorable paintings and an experience they will never forget.
Vlad is known for his remarkable sense of humor and genuine camaraderie, which shine through in every interaction with his students and friends. Learning from Vlad is both inspiring and unforgettable— as one student perfectly described it, “like drinking from a fire hose.”
A gracious and charming villa, overlooking the Venice Lagoon and immersed in the tranquility of cedars and pittosporums, born in the late 1920s as a private residence in Late Art Nouveau style in Venice.
Behind the wrought iron gate, throughout the year Villa welcomes its guests with the warmth and care of a home and the elegance and style of a 4-star hotel, managed by the same family for four generations.
The extraordinary position between the sea and the lagoon of the island of Lido di Venezia, the tranquility and traditional hospitality, the elegance and style of the rooms, the extreme attention to detail, are just some of the many reasons that make the stay at Villa a pleasant escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Based on double occupancy
$4290
Early Bird registration discount - $150.
Last day to receive the discount November 30, 2025
$4140
Booking Options
Non-painting partner sharing the room discount: $600
Independent painter discount in single room: $600
Single Room supplement: $800
Deposit: $700 per person
(refundable until December 31, 2025, minus a $100 administrative fee)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 1, 2026
Payment plan is available
Payment Methods
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Airfare to and from Venice
Travel insurance
Medical insurance
Some meals and alcoholic beverages not mentioned in the included package
Optional extra activities and concert tickets
Gratuities – tips for meals, hotel staff, taxi rides, local guides, and other personal services
"Thank you so very much for organizing and planning the most incredible painting trip to Croatia. Carolyn and I realize how much work you had to do in order to arrange for our meals, transportation, and accommodations of such high quality in the midst of a pandemic year that seemed to never end. Every detail was so well planned and we really appreciate your ability to make everyone’s trip perfect. It also let Vlad do what he does best and that is to paint and teach in plein air, and for that I am personally thankful as I have learned much in the process." George V.
"How can I ever thank Vlad and Marina for organizing such a fabulous trip to Moscow, Suzdal, and Ples? It was beyond anything that I could have imagined. I was privileged to see these sites with them and to benefit from their historical and cultural insights. And to think that I had the opportunity to paint in each location! Just wonderful. I am amazed at how much our group of watercolorists accomplished during our time in Russia—Vlad offered lectures and demos, guided us through splendid art museums, and gave us plenty of time to paint while Marina shephered us to the major cultural venues in Moscow and even organized a very special evening of ballet at the Bolshoi Theater. We were able to see and do so much only because of Vlad’s indefatigable spirit and good humor and Marina’s generosity and amazing organizational skills. I am grateful to Marina for allowing me to see Russia through her eyes. I truly enjoyed getting to know her. And I will always be endebted to Vlad for his guidance, his kind and rigorous critiques, and for sharing his artistry with me." - Dorothy B.