Watercolor painting with Siegfried Woldhek + yin yoga with Katja Pronk
Watercolor painting with Siegfried Woldhek
+ yin yoga with Katja Pronk
MARCH 21st – March 26th 2025
Dutch artist Siegfried Woldhek is known for the numerous portraits he paints and draws for renowned media outlets. Woldhek has a passion for watercolor. “When you understand what water wants and can do, watercolor becomes a wonderfully malleable medium. Paper and brush give you all sorts of gifts.” Learn watercolor painting in the breathtaking surroundings of Quinta do Pinheiro. Additionally, experienced yoga instructor Katja Pronk will lead daily yin yoga classes, designed not only to awaken your energy but also to ignite inspiration and relax your mind.
About Siegfried Woldhek
After studying biology Siegfried Woldhek worked for the Dutch Bird Protection organization, first as a biologist and later as director (1985-1990). From 1990 to 1998, he was the director of World Wildlife Fund (WWF) Netherlands and until 2002, the director of the Action Network of the international WWF.
Siegfried is known for the numerous psychological portraits he has drawn since 1976 for Dutch publications such as Vrij Nederland (literary portraits) and NRC (political cartoons, athletes), as well as the New York Review of Books. His work has often been exhibited and published in various collections. The Metropolitan Museum in New York has included a portrait by him in their collection. In 2011 he received the Inktspotprijs for the best political cartoon of 2011.
About Katja Pronk
Katja Pronk has been practicing yoga for over 15 years, including more than eight years as a teacher, following the completion of her four-year training as a yoga instructor. Katja has specialized in yin yoga, a gentle form of yoga that focuses on achieving a more flexible body without exerting force. Any blockages or stiffness gradually dissolve over time, allowing energy to flow freely once again.
The Retreat
To nurture participants to explore the magic of water color painting we offer a picturesque backdrop, Portuguese hospitality, and a delicious Portuguese cuisine. Start your day with a healthy breakfast featuring locally sourced products and end the evening with delicious dinners prepared by our skilled Portuguese chef, showcasing the flavors of the region. Lunch is at your own leisure. The manager of the quinta is happy to arrange reservations and transportation upon request. We would also like to assist you with renting a bike. In free hours you can explore the breathtaking Ria Formosa, where scenic walks and cycling trails offer moments of tranquillity amidst stunning views.
This retreat has a minimum of 6 and a maximum of 12 participants.
Program
8:00: breakfast
9:30 – 11:30: workshop watercolor painting by Siegfried Woldhek
12:00 – 17:00 Participants continue watercolor painting on their own, either at or in the surroundings of the quinta.
Lunch is at your own leisure, upon request the quinta arranges reservations and transportation. We are also happy to help with renting an (electric) bike.
17:00 – 18:30: Yin Yoga by Katja Pronk
19:00: dinner at the quinta (or in restaurant) by local chef
More detailed program soon to follow
Prices
Book before the first of December 2024, to take advantage
of the early bird discount:
Casa da Eira: 1.665 euro
Casa das Flores: 1.665 euro
Casa Celeiro: 1.740 euro
Casa Grande: 1.815 euro
Casa D’Avó: 1.815 euro
After the first of December, 2024, the following prices apply:
Casa da Eira: 1.940 euro
Casa das Flores: 1.940 euro
Casa Celeiro: 2.015 euro
Casa Grande: 2.090 euro
Casa D’Avó: 2.090 euro
If you share a room with someone, you will receive a 400 euros discount per room.
Included in price
Daily workshop watercoloring
Paper, brushes, paint, palette, pencils
Daily yin yoga class
Breakfast and dinner
Five nights accommodation
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