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Welcome to your home in Umbria for a week! And we know how to  make you feel at home! The Villa and its gardens are magical, and they alone warrant a stay. You will be transported back to yesteryear, swept away by the grandeur of the Villa, with frescoed ceilings, luxurious parlours, charming decor and elegant, lovingly remodelled suites.

Surrounded by rolling hills and ancient olive groves, the Villa blends history, luxury, and authentic Italian charm. The entire Villa and its beautiful gardens, olive grove and the in-ground pool is your home for your stay. You can relax in complete privacy as there are only the retreat participants and the Villa staff.

The Villa is nestled  just below the picturesque historical medieval village of Panicale, recorded to be first settled in 2000 BC. The village boosts  panoramic views across Lake Trasimeno.  A picturesque village, rich in history and art, that guests will have the opportunity to explore and dine in.

All meals are prepared onsite by our two fabulous chefs. Not only do they serve delicious meals, made from locally sourced organic produce, they are such wonderful, welcoming and warm individuals.  They will make your stay even more special and make you feel at home. They deserve a mention, because after all, a great retreat experience includes the connections we make with those around us.

Your tutor is a  practising printmaker who has been teaching printmaking for over 20 years. Majoring in printmaking at Monash University, she has studied at Il Bisonte in Florence, and has exhibited both in Australia and Europe. She managed, and  taught classes at the Firestation Print Studio in Melbourne, before moving to Italy many years ago.  She is passionate about drawing and printmaking and loves sharing her passion with  students.

Her priority is that participants enjoy the experience and the magic of printmaking and she will help you to create and produce a series of prints that you will be delighted to take away with you. Participants will learn new skills and techniques and will leave with a greater understanding of copper plate etching and maybe a passion for printmaking!

We blend art, history, Italian local cuisine and offer a holistic experience with a flexibility to allow participants to engage with activities and the course at their own pace (excluding offsite excursions  and events that are pre-booked-that have a set time table).