This Watercolour painting holiday will take place in Competa, Malaga, the Balcony of La Axarquía
Cómpeta is a charming white village set high in the hills of La Axarquía, often known as La Cornisa de la Axarquía or even the Balcony of the Costa del Sol—and once you arrive, it’s easy to see why.
The course will be held in the hotel Balcon de Competa ; a window to the best of La Axarquía.
Language: English
Dates:
April 2027, from Saturday the 10th to the 17th (7 nights)
Below you can find a link to a video I created from our last painting retreat on the area.
The location is very tourist and the menus are written everywhere in English, German, and French, as there are large English and German communities there.
The Course
During the course you will learn the watercolour technicque. The course will cover; sketching, tonal values, composition, perspective, and proportion. It lasts 20 hours, divided into half-days over 5 days.
Two / three days will be in our class and other days we will be painting outdoors, as there are many charming areas to see and to paint.
Some place where we will paint: the “Mirador del Meson las Gemelas”. The road to Canillas de Albaida and the higher part of the village with stunning views from the see and the mountains.
The course is suitable for beginners but if you have experience you can refine your skills.
A detailed list of materials will be sent to participants.
The hotel: The hotel is a charming structure located in the center of the villages with wonderful views, swimming pool, restaurant and many other services.
see the hotel:
https://www.hotel-competa.com/en/
A Transfer from Malaga airport will be organized
You will have the possibility to enroll in some excursions with the group, such as, Malaga, Nerja or Frigiliana
Watch our last paiting retreat in the nearby: of April 2026:
https://www.instagram.com/p/DXUgMudDR5_/
How to book:
Contact me by email to check availability in the course. Once your place is confirmed, you can book your accommodation. It’s important to book in advance to ensure your place in the course and your room.
The reservations will close by the end of November 2026 or once filled the course.
Course price:
Contact me by email or whatsApp
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