COLORADO, USA
10-12 and 14-16 September 2027, $395 per workshop
(accommodation is not included)
organised by JUDY PATTI’S ART STUDIO
This year I will be hosting two workshops based in Judy Patti’s Art Studio in
Littleton, Colorado. This will give my friends in the US a chance to attend a studio
based workshop with me where I’ll be doing most of the travelling instead of
them! Although I will be covering my same essential techniques and ways of
working in both, I will be using different source materials in case any folks may
like to book for both
OBIDOS, PORTUGAL
9-16 October 2027, £1995
(9th and 16th are arrival/departure days)
organised by ALPHA PAINTING HOLIDAYS
Not far from Lisbon, Obidos is a picturesque medieval town offering plenty of painting subjects there and along the famous Silver Coast. From historic churches, lakes, old forts and beautiful narrow cobbled streets, you will be spoilt for choice
ALMERIA, SPAIN
CONFIDENCE WITH WATERCOLOUR RETREAT
25 October -1 November 2027, $5200
(25th and 1st are arrival/departure days)
organised by UPTREK
Join me on a week-long creative journey designed to build your confidence in
your watercolour skills. Based in a private estate in the Almeria region of Spain,
this is something a little different. As well as daily painting sessions in and around
the estate you will be taken on curated visits to the Cabo de Gata natural park,
the fishing village of San José and the historic La Alcazaba in Almeria
EXMOOR
1-6 June 2027, £1095
(Arrive on 1st. 2nd-6th are full painting days)
organised by ALPHA PAINTING HOLIDAYS
Exmoor has some stunning locations, from our base in the historic Simmonsbath House to the harbour towns of Lynmouth and Porlock Weir, there is so much to paint in Exmoor National Park, the countryside made famous in R D Blackmore’s Lorna Doone.
NORFOLK, ENGLAND
13-18 June 2027, £1265
(13th and 18th are arrival/departure days)
organised by BIG SKY ART
The course is in North Norfolk, an area beloved of artists for hundreds of years - a unique and unspoiled landsape of beaches, harbours and villages. Based in the White House, an exceptionally comfortable Country House set in rolling farmland a couple of miles from the coast and adjacent to Burnham Market, BIG SKY ART offers laid-back luxury, a relaxed atmosphere, fabulous food, new onsite studio and a warm welcome to painters of all abilities.LAKE MAGGIORE, NORTHERN ITALY
24 April - 1 May 2027, £2975 pps
(24th and 1st are arrival/departure days)
organised by ALPHA PAINTING HOLIDAYS
With mountains, the lake itself and beautiful lakeside villages, you will have no
shortage of subjects in this beautiful part of Italy. We will travel to most of the
destinations by boat and it is a joy to gently approach the shoreline and
disembark in the heart of the town.
THE WATERMILL, TUSCANY
8-15 May 2027 £2710
(8th and 15th are arrival/departure days)
£75 early bird discount if booked before 31 December 2026
organised by THE WATERMILL AT POSARA
The Watermill is a complex of elegant and historic Tuscan buildings, surrounding a sunny courtyard with an adjoining vine verandah, rose pergola and sun-filled walled garden. We usually spend Sunday painting in the Watermill gardens or beside the river, or in the light and airy Watermill studio, overlooking the gardens and mountains on one side and the river on the other. We take you on painting trips to an ancient castle and village, to market day in a nearby walled Medieval town, to a secluded cloistered convent and to a thousand-year old hilltop village with craggy mountain views. There is a whole day (non-painting) excursion by train to the walled city of Lucca or to the villages of the Cinque Terre. The cost includes everything except flights to Pisa airport.CONNEMARA, IRELAND
4-8 April 2027 €TBC
(Course introduction on evening of 4 April. 8 April morning departure)
organised by RENVYLE HOUSE HOTEL
Connemara is one of the most magical places in Ireland and Renvyle House Hotel is perfectly situated right on the coast with spectacular scenery all around. There are three full teaching days and we will be taking full advantage of the wonderful painting subjects that are all around. We also have a cosy indoor studio if the weather is not suitable for plein air painting. Email Renvyle if you are interested
WATERCOLOUR WORKSHOPS AND HOLIDAYS
John Singer Sargent
PAINTING HOLIDAYS
I try to help you develop your own style, rather than just have you copy what I do but it is important that you like the way I paint so have a look at my gallery. If you like what you see then I am sure you will enjoy the workshops. All levels of experience are very welcome but complete beginners may feel a little overwhelmed and so you are advised to have at least some basic knowledge and experience, gained from other classes, books or videos. Holiday workshops are organised by the companies and venues listed and all bookings must be made with them. Questions about accommodation, meals and transport can only be answered by the course organisers. As I will be reducing my teaching committments each year you may find that my workshops will fill faster and so I recommend booking as soon as possible. Read the information for each workshop carefully. Most workshops include single and shared accommodation and some or all meals. Workshops outside the UK and Ireland may include materials and/or equipment (although I would always suggest that you bring your own if possible). Click the links to the workshop organisers to see full details on each workshop. Price is for single occupancy but there may be discounts for painters sharing and non-painting partners* will receive a substantial discount on these prices. If the workshop is full, ask to go on the waiting list. Cancellations do happen! Workshop teaching times and details vary a little depending on the organisers but each day will usually begin with a demonstration lasting up to 90 minutes. After this you are free to choose your own subject for painting or if you prefer you can use the subject demonstrated. I spend the rest of the day helping and advising each participant. Occasionally there may be a second demonstration. If it rains we have an indoor studio to let us continue our painting. Some of the workshops will have painting locations that require a few minutes walk, possibly on slopes and uneven ground whereas others take place in or beside a studio which may be better suited to those with limited mobility. The organisers will be happy to help with any mobility questions. *Non painters cannot be accommodated at the retreat in AlmeriaHOLIDAY WORKSHOP CALENDAR 2027
APRIL - Connemara - Lake Maggiore MAY - Tuscany
JUNE - Exmoor - Norfolk SEPTEMBER - Colorado OCTOBER - Portugal - Spain
GRAHAME BOOTH 2026 | PRIVACY POLICY
GRAHAME BOOTH 2026 |
PRIVACY POLICY
PAINTING HOLIDAYS
I try to help you develop your own style, rather than just have you copy what I do but it is important that you like the way I paint so have a look at my gallery. If you like what you see then I am sure you will enjoy the workshops. All levels of experience are very welcome but complete beginners may feel a little overwhelmed and so you are advised to have at least some basic knowledge and experience, gained from other classes, books or videos. Holiday workshops are organised by the companies and venues listed and all bookings must be made with them. Questions about accommodation, meals and transport can only be answered by the course organisers. As I will be reducing my teaching committments each year you may find that my workshops will fill faster and so I recommend booking as soon as possible. Read the information for each workshop carefully. Most workshops include single and shared accommodation and some or all meals. Workshops outside the UK and Ireland may include materials and/or equipment (although I would always suggest that you bring your own if possible). Click the links to the workshop organisers to see full details on each workshop. Price is for single occupancy but there may be discounts for painters sharing and non-painting partners* will receive a substantial discount on these prices. If the workshop is full, ask to go on the waiting list. Cancellations do happen! Workshop teaching times and details vary a little depending on the organisers but each day will usually begin with a demonstration lasting up to 90 minutes. After this you are free to choose your own subject for painting or if you prefer you can use the subject demonstrated. I spend the rest of the day helping and advising each participant. Occasionally there may be a second demonstration. If it rains we have an indoor studio to let us continue our painting. Some of the workshops will have painting locations that require a few minutes walk, possibly on slopes and uneven ground whereas others take place in or beside a studio which may be better suited to those with limited mobility. The organisers will be happy to help with any mobility questions. *Non painters cannot be accommodated at the retreat in AlmeriaHOLIDAY WORKSHOP CALENDAR 2027
APRIL - Connemara - Lake Maggiore MAY -
Tuscany
JUNE - Exmoor - Norfolk SEPTEMBER - Colorado
OCTOBER - Portugal - Spain
John Singer Sargent
WATERCOLOUR WORKSHOPS
AND HOLIDAYS
COLORADO, USA
10-12 and 14-16 September 2027, $395 per
workshop
(accommodation is not included)
organised by JUDY PATTI’S ART STUDIO
This year I will be hosting two workshops based in Judy Patti’s
Art Studio in Littleton, Colorado. This will give my friends in the
US a chance to attend a studio based workshop with me where
I’ll be doing most of the travelling instead of them! Although I
will be covering my same essential techniques and ways of
working in both, I will be using different source materials in
case any folks may like to book for both
OBIDOS, PORTUGAL
9-16 October 2027, £1995
(9th and 16th are arrival/departure days)
organised by ALPHA PAINTING HOLIDAYS
Not far from Lisbon, Obidos is a picturesque medieval town offering plenty of painting subjects there and along the famous Silver Coast. From historic churches, lakes, old forts and beautiful narrow cobbled streets, you will be spoilt for choice
ALMERIA, SPAIN
CONFIDENCE WITH WATERCOLOUR RETREAT
25 October -1 November 2027, $5200
(25th and 1st are arrival/departure days)
organised by UPTREK
Join me on a week-long creative journey designed to build your
confidence in your watercolour skills. Based in a private estate
in the Almeria region of Spain, this is something a little
different. As well as daily painting sessions in and around the
estate you will be taken on curated visits to the Cabo de Gata
natural park, the fishing village of San José and the historic La
Alcazaba in Almeria
EXMOOR
1-6 June 2027, £1095
(Arrive on 1st. 2nd-6th are full painting days)
organised by ALPHA PAINTING HOLIDAYS
Exmoor has some stunning locations, from our base in the historic Simmonsbath House to the harbour towns of Lynmouth and Porlock Weir, there is so much to paint in Exmoor National Park, the countryside made famous in R D Blackmore’s Lorna Doone.
NORFOLK, ENGLAND
13-18 June 2027, £1265
(13th and 18th are arrival/departure days)
organised by BIG SKY ART
The course is in North Norfolk, an area beloved of artists for hundreds of years - a unique and unspoiled landsape of beaches, harbours and villages. Based in the White House, an exceptionally comfortable Country House set in rolling farmland a couple of miles from the coast and adjacent to Burnham Market, BIG SKY ART offers laid-back luxury, a relaxed atmosphere, fabulous food, new onsite studio and a warm welcome to painters of all abilities.LAKE MAGGIORE, NORTHERN ITALY
24 April - 1 May 2027, £2975 pps
(24th and 1st are arrival/departure days)
organised by ALPHA PAINTING HOLIDAYS
With mountains, the lake itself and beautiful lakeside villages,
you will have no shortage of subjects in this beautiful part of
Italy. We will travel to most of the destinations by boat and it
is a joy to gently approach the shoreline and disembark in the
heart of the town.
THE WATERMILL, TUSCANY
8-15 May 2027 £2710
(8th and 15th are arrival/departure days)
£75 early bird discount if booked before 31 December 2026
organised by THE WATERMILL AT POSARA
The Watermill is a complex of elegant and historic Tuscan buildings, surrounding a sunny courtyard with an adjoining vine verandah, rose pergola and sun-filled walled garden. We usually spend Sunday painting in the Watermill gardens or beside the river, or in the light and airy Watermill studio, overlooking the gardens and mountains on one side and the river on the other. We take you on painting trips to an ancient castle and village, to market day in a nearby walled Medieval town, to a secluded cloistered convent and to a thousand-year old hilltop village with craggy mountain views. There is a whole day (non- painting) excursion by train to the walled city of Lucca or to the villages of the Cinque Terre. The cost includes everything except flights to Pisa airport.CONNEMARA, IRELAND
4-8 April 2027 €TBC
(Course introduction on evening of 4 April. 8 April morning departure)
organised by RENVYLE HOUSE HOTEL
Connemara is one of the most magical places in Ireland and Renvyle House Hotel is perfectly situated right on the coast with spectacular scenery all around. There are three full teaching days and we will be taking full advantage of the wonderful painting subjects that are all around. We also have a cosy indoor studio if the weather is not suitable for plein air painting. Email Renvyle if you are interested
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