Sculpting portraits – with the Dutch artist Jurriaan van Hall
Sculpting portraits – with the Dutch artist Jurriaan van Hall
april 27 – mai 3 2025
Under the guidance of the renowned Dutch artist Jurriaan van Hall you will learn to create a clear, expressive, and lifelike clay portrait. How do you capture personality and character in clay? This diverse workshop covers all aspects of sculpting: from quick sketches to detailed portraits, from expressing textures to personal style, from armature to structure. There is ample space for personal guidance. Additionally, Jurriaan lectures on sculpting and sculptures. The workshop is suitable for both beginners and advanced participants.
About Jurriaan van Hall
Jurriaan van Hall (1962) is a Dutch painter and sculptor. Van Hall studied at prestigious institutions such as the Gerrit Rietveld Academie, the Rijksakademie, and the Royal College of Art in London. He was one of the founders of the illustrious Dutch artists’ collective After Nature. In 2004, Jurriaan van Hall was elected Artist of the Year. Van Hall is based in Amsterdam and currently works in Noordwijk, in the former studio of the famous Dutch sculptor Charlotte van Pallandt. His motto for this retreat: “To live a creative life we must lose our fear of being wrong.”
The Retreat
Surrounded by an avocado plantation and a vineyard, our historic farmhouse offers the ideal residence to practise your sculpting techniques with utmost concentration and in complete tranquillity. You start your day with a healthy breakfast featuring locally sourced products and end the evening with a delicious dinner prepared by our skilled Portuguese chef, showcasing the flavors of the region. During the day you can explore the breathtaking Ria Formosa, where scenic walks and cycling trails offer moments of relaxation amidst stunning views.
With a minimum of 6 and a maximum of 8 participants, this sculpting retreat promises an exclusive, intimate and personalized experience.
Program
8:00: breakfast
9:00 – 12: 00: Sculpting workshop by Jurriaan van Hall
Lunch is at own leisure, upon request the quinta arranges reservations and transportation.
We are also happy to help with renting an (electric) bike or other activities (golf, yoga, stand up paddling, horse back riding.)
18:00 – 18:45: Wine and Portuguese snacks. Lecture by Jurriaan van Hall about sculpting.
19:00: Dinner at the quinta (or in restaurant) by local chef
More detailed program soon to follow
Prices
Book before the first of January 2025, to take advantage
of the early bird discount:
Casa da Eira: 2.215 euro
Casa das Flores: 2.215 euro
Casa Celeiro: 2.290 euro
Casa Grande: 2.365 euro
Casa da Avó: 2.365 euro
After the first of January 2025, the following prices apply:
Casa da Eira: 2.490 euro
Casa das Flores: 2.490 euro
Casa Celeiro: 2.565 euro
Casa Grande: 2.640 euro
Casa da Avó: 2.640 euro
If you share a room with someone, you will receive a 400 euros discount per room.
Included in price
Every day sculpting workshop (suitable for all levels)
Sculpting materials
Lectures on sculpture
Breakfast, snacks and dinner
Six nights accommodation
Upon request, we can fire the created portraits and transport them to your residential address.
cancellation POLICY
For cancellations made before March 16, 2025, a full refund of the total amount (minus a 3% administrative fee) will be issued. After this date, a 50% refund (minus a 3% administrative fee) will be provided up to March 30. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after March 30.
The retreat requires a minimum of six participants.
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