Enjoy a sketching trip with pen and colour with passionate sketcher Hans-Christian Sanladerer
11th To 20th May 2024
Sketching isn’t about perfection. It is basicly about having fun and loving what you are doing. I love sketching on a daily basis and I am sure you will, too. Together we will look closely at the many shades of grey (certainly more than 50 ;-) ), the many beautiful colours of Morocco, light and shadow, how to choose a motif, where to start and when to end …
We will deal with the basic aspects of Urban Sketching as well as the details. How do we find our motifs? Which excerpt will be put on paper and where do we start to get everything in the right place? How do we best reduce to the most essential parts of the picture?
Knowing the basics now, let’s get started. Sketching is fun! All the more when you share the experience with like-minded enthusiasts, no matter if you are a beginner keen on learning or an already experienced sketcher. Ever tried panel sketching? I will show you how to create a story of your trip in sketches, create a beautiful spread on a double page and add typography to give your sketch a nice finish.
Want to learn more about me and my art? Have a look at my website ww.chrisa.de, follow me on instagram, facebook, pinterest, tiktok, twitter (in all cases: @illuchrisa) or let’s connect on linkedin or xing.
Terms
Workshop Trip 10 days / 9 nights all inclusive:
This price includes:
- More than 40 hours of lessons spread over 10 days for a maximum group of 15 people
- Airport / Hotel transfers
- (air-conditioning) 17-seater vehicle with driver
- official licend tourist guides
- Full board accommodation, double room for couples (all rooms have a private bathroom)
- Tourist taxes to be paid on site
- Cocktails / henna party
-Traditional hamam
Accompanying Person Trip 10 days / 9 nights all inclusive:
- Full board accommodation, double room for couples (all rooms have a private bathroom)
- Airport / Hotel transfers
- (air-conditioning) 17-seater vhicle with driver
- Official licend tourist guides
- Tourist taxes to be paid on site
- Cocktails / henna party
-Traditional hamam
These prices do not include:
- Roundtrip flights to Marrakech
- Painting equipment
- Entrance fees to monuments
- On-site purchases.
-Single room
Gallery Photos :
Good To Know
Travelers from the US only are required to have a valid US Passport – but it must NOT be due to expire within 6 months of your return flight.
Your flight destination will be Marrakech Menara International Airport (RAK) / Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport. Royal Air Maroc is the only airline that has direct flights from the US to Morocco, from both JFK and Washington Dulles.
You can also book flights traveling through major European airports, as there are many connecting flights to Marrakech through economy airlines such as Ryan Air, Easyjet, Iberia, etc. We’ve found that it is easier to find good connecting flights on the way to Marrakech than on the return, but you can take the opportunity to end your trip with a day or two stop in Spain, France, Portugal, England….
Immunizations are not required or necessary but check here for CDC recommendations.
Weather is predictably unpredictable so be sure to check on the estimated conditions the week before you travel. Even though Marrakech can be quite warm by day, it is usually quite cooler at night so pack light clothes that you can layer. We recommend cotton pants, long skirts, wraps or large scarves over tank and tee shirts, and a sweater or light jacket for chilly nights.
Your most important fashion asset: comfortable shoes for traversing the Medina on sightseeing and shopping adventures!
Morocco is a Muslim country and women generally dress more modestly than in the US or Europe. Like elsewhere, dress codes are gradually becoming more lax and there is a lot of tolerance for tourists, but wearing clothing that covers your best “assets”, and that your grandmother would approve of, shows cultural respect, good taste, and common sense.
The currency here is the Moroccan Dirham, and the exchange rate usually hovers these days around 10 Dirhams/1 Dollar. You CANNOT exchange for Dirhams outside of Morocco, but there are several currency exchange booths in the airport when you exit Passport Control and also located all around the Medina. Larger stores and restaurants may take Euros, but it’s really best to have dirhams.
If you bring large bills ($100) to exchange be sure that they are newer bills with holograms. Otherwise they will slide them back to you with a shake of their head.
Another good option for padding your wallet with dirhams is to use the ATM machines which are located around the medina. The exchange rate is a little better, especially if your bank or credit card doesn’t add foreign transaction fees (some homework for you). Be sure to notify your bank of your foreign travel destination so they don’t flag you for fraud. I also recommend that you bring 2 or 3 cards-just in case you still get flagged (happens!) and find too many things you just can’t live without.
- Free Wifi access in all rooms and common areas
- Bedside Mineral Water
- Hair Dryers
- One-time complimentary laundry service for retreat weeks
Extra items you should pack:
- European Plug adapters
- Electricity Converter for hair appliances (cellphones and computers generally have built-in converters)
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