Painting holidays
A chance to paint with a Bulgarian Master in Vidin
Various dates available
For the amateur and professional artist there cannot be many places more picturesque to paint than those in and around the Vidin region. Added to this, the chance to paint with a Bulgarian master artist, Venelin Kokoranov, makes this trip somewhat unique. Venelin Kokoranov’s paintings are on display in a number of galleries in Bulgaria including some of Sofia’s finest. You can see Venelin’s work by visiting http://gallerymaestro.com/bg/autors/painting/108-venelinkokoranov
During the week you will have the opportunity to paint two of Bulgaria’s most famous landmarks; Baba Vida Castle and Belogradchik rocks together with some wonderful scenery. Why September you might ask? Venelin said that ‘the light, the colours, the contrasts and the warmth add to the pleasure of painting such beautiful icons’. Not only will you have the opportunity to paint some of Bulgaria’s most scenic locations, your work may also be displayed in the local gallery.
Day one -· Arrive Sofia Airport – collected from the airport· Travel towards Vidin with refreshments on the way at Vratsa· Check in at the Hotel Rovno in Vidin· Welcome dinner in the hotel’s restaurant. A chance to meet Venelin and Elie who will be your translator for the week. Day two – After breakfast (subject to the weather) the day will include· Transfer to Baba Vida Castle http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baba_VidaBaba Vida Castle dates back some 2000 years. The castle offers the artist a number of alternatives. Once painted it will never be forgotten. · Dinner at a local restaurant· Return to the Hotel
Day three – After breakfast (subject to the weather) the day will include· An early breakfast after which you will set off for Belogradchik. Dating back millions of years these sandstone rocks cannot fail to stimulate the artist. Belogradchik is awash with folklore, history and legends. http://www.google.co.uk/search?q=belogradchik+rocks&hl=en&rlz=1I7GFRE_en&prmd=ivns&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=WLCdTd6jDYv4sgbyn928BA&ved=0CC4QsAQ&biw=795&bih=568· Picnic lunch on location· Dinner at a local restaurant· Return to the Hotel Day four –After breakfast· You set off for the village of Novo Selo. Novo Selo is famous for its Gamza wines. On the outskirts of Novo Selo there are wonderful views of the hills which are patch-worked with vines and agriculture. However, if the group prefer, the alternative is a local to paint the mighty River Danube. Whichever is chosen you will not be disappointed.· Picnic lunch on location· Dinner at a local restaurant· Return to the Hotel Day five – After breakfast· Transfer to Sofia and the Hotel Budapest· Tea / coffee and Makitsa near to Vratsa· Lunch at the hotel· After lunch tour of Sofia including the National Gallery· Dinner in Sofia Day six –· After breakfast· Transfer to the airport· Flight to the UK
Price
The price includes transfers from and to Sofia airport, breakfast each morning, all evening meals (excluding drinks unless indicated), paper, lunches where indicated, transport in and around the region, translator, the Bulgarian Maestro and refreshments at Vratsa. Prices are based upon 12 paying visitors. Where there are less than 12 passengers, there might be an increase to cover transport costs.
Single occupancy tbc
Twin/double occupancy tbc
Special information
As this visit is very much ‘hands-on’ and to ensure that you get as much from this trip as possible the organisers have restricted the number of participants to a maximum of 12 persons. The organisers will source paper for you to paint on, however it is recommended that you bring your own paints and brushes.
If anyone has specific dietary requirements please inform the organiser when you book.
Unfortunately Bulgaria is not very wheelchair friendly. However, every effort will be made to make your stay enjoyable.
Who are you helping?
VisitingVidin.com has been established and is committed to help the people of this region. Local people are actively engaged in the planning and delivery of some aspects of this trip. At no point is anyone being exploited. Furthermore, profits from this trip and any others will be transferred to Phoenix-Inspire a non-profit charity registered and based in Bulgaria. Phoenix Inspire aims to teach young people from disadvantaged backgrounds the necessary skills to gain meaningful employment in the hospitality industry. For more information about Phoenix Inspire please visit www.phoenix-inspirebg.org
Visitingvidin.com is affiliated with the Bulgarian travel company Rual Travel www.incomingbulgaria.com. Rual Travel Ltd, Tour operator registration No 00062, 113 G.S. Rakovski Street, Sofia 1000, Bulgaria. Bulstat number 121855480