Highlights
- Personalized Artistic Guidance: Learn and create under the expert tutelage of renowned artist Stathis Petropoulos, perfect for both beginners and experienced painters - with a focus on exploration and leave-no-trace ethics.
- Stunning Locations: Paint from iconic rooftops or scenic hikes to Philoppapou Hill, capturing the beauty of ancient Greek antiquities and Mediterranean landscapes.
- Cultural Immersion: Enjoy Athenian culture and nature, creating a personal piece of art as a cherished memory of your time in Athens.
Description
Capture the essence of Athens through our Plein Air Painting Workshop. This unique experience invites you to create a personal piece of art by observing the city's urban and natural settings. Led by renowned artist Stathis Petropoulos and hosted by Trekking Hellas Athens, the workshop combines self-discovery with artistic exploration.
Choose between painting from selected iconic viewpoints of Athens or taking a short hike to Philoppapos Hill, where ancient Greek antiquities, Byzantine churches, and timeless landscapes await. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a beginner, Stathis will guide you in capturing the beauty of blue skies, Mediterranean nature, and historic sites.
Immerse yourself in Athenian culture and nature, and take home a cherished memory of your time in Athens.
Join us for an unforgettable adventure of creative expression and joy!
Workshop Schedule
1st Section - 30 minutes
• Meet and Greet: 10-15 minutes
• Introduction Lecture and Interactive Talk: 15-20 minutes
Discuss the subject to be painted or drawn during the workshop.
2nd Section - 45 minutes to 1 hour
• Painting/Drawing Demonstration: 45-60 minutes
Demonstration by the instructor on the chosen subject.
3rd Section - 1 to 1.5 hours
• Participants Painting/Drawing: 1-1.5 hours
Participants are called to paint/draw their chosen subject, under the instructor's supervision and direction
Materials provided to participants
• Acrylic paint, Pencils, Charcoal (choice of one)
• Palettes
• Field easels
• Water cups
• Paper towels
• Aprons
• Small canvases or paper
What's Included
Included
- Artist's guidance
- All the materials to paint
Νot included
- Transportation
Additional Information
The Artist
Born in Athens, Greece, in 1972, Stathis Petropoulos has been passionate about art since childhood. He studied at the prestigious Art Center College of Design and earned a degree in industrial design from Syracuse University. He moved to Los Angeles, working as a designer for two years and later designing furniture and interiors for architecture firms. Stathis then shifted his focus to illustration, creating award-winning work for the children's publishing market. In 2022, his debut picture book, Brown and Friends, was published by a leading Greek publisher. His current work explores the Greek landscape, urban scenes of Athens, and still life painting. (stathispetropoulos.com)
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