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Painted Places

by Sheri Leigh
 

It a picture paints a thousand words, how many words does a painting convey? The answer is in the eye of the viewer as much as in the creativity of the artist. In this month's articles we will show you places that have been recreated in paintings as well as locales that house great paintings.

Our Tour Hosts will introduce you to fabulous landscapes that have been the subjects of the great masters throughout the ages and can lead you to create your own unique works of art. From the ruins of ancient Greece to the shores of Canada, explore serene vistas and visit artists in the studios.

Whether you're inspired to visit the museums of the world or bask in a creative fervor or just enjoy picturesque vistas there is no limit to the possibilities available around this wide and wonderful world of art, and with the help of CulturalTravels.net, you are sure to find the perfect match for all your creative travel needs.

Name: The Art Exchange
Location: Greece
Specialty: Art encounters in Greece
Why We Like Them: Each year Caterina Pizanias takes a lucky few travelers with her back to her native Greece. Offering 2-3 trips per year as well as customizing vacations, The Art Exchange is a great way to meet local artists in a wide variety of media from sculpture and painting to jewelry making while seeing Greece as a native. You'll be invited into studios, shops and homes to learn about Greece's glory, its artistic past and visionary future.
Article: Hydra- Greece’s most painted island

Name:  Tabankor Excursions Inc.
Location: Provence
Specialty: Luxury small group tours to Provence
Why We Like Them: Discover this unique location with a native Frenchman. Detailed 10-day tour introduces you to the villages, markets, out of the way sites and historical places of interest that are familiar to the locals. Enjoy great food and meet new friends. With a maximum of 15 people, this trip allows an up-close and personal look at a slice of French life. 
Article: Provence: France’s land of the sun

Name: Meeting the French
Location: France
Specialty: Introduction to French artists, professionals and local people
Why We Like Them: Select from a list of various artists to meet in their studios. Meetings can be Independent or escorted depending on language availabilities. In partnership with the Paris Convention and Visitors Bureau you can meet with a wide variety of professionals as well. Another great way to meet the locals is through dinners with a host. Select from a list of over 40 hosts from singles to families with children and enjoy a night out on the town or at home with your host. Bed and Breakfast bookings as well as custom designed day tours can also be arranged.
Article: Paris, crossroads of arts in paintings

Name: Art Workshops in Mexico
Location: Mexico
Specialty: Week-long art workshops
Why We Like Them: Enjoy a 7-day all inclusive workshop and stay at Casa de los Artistas just outside Puerto Vallarta with artist-host-facilitator Robert Masla. For 25 years he has been creating art and now welcomes artists of all levels to share the beauty and inspiration of his second home. Enjoy Mexican culture, food and arts as well sun and sports in the nearby villages.
Article: A Hot Beachfront Vacation Town That Also Has a Secret Love Affair with the Visual Arts

Name: Artbreak art814
Location: Prague
Specialty: Immersion art tours
Why We Like Them: A total sensory experience of all Prague's artistic wonders. Enjoy music, dance, drama, painting, sculpture and more, visiting and meeting with the local artists themselves. Spend the days exploring local art workshops and galleries, and the evenings viewing spectacular performing arts. Free time is also available to wander the town at your own pace or  create your own masterpieces.

Name: Worldscape: the art of travel 622
Location: Varies yearly
Specialty: Plein air landscape painting
Why We Like Them: University of Kentucky Emeritus Professor of Art Joseph Fitzpatrick leads these courses yearly in such visually inspiring locations as Bermuda, the Bahamas, and this year in the Caribbean and Nova Scotia. Enjoy good food, beautiful landscapes and comfortable accommodations with other participants as you learn or perfect Plein air painting.