Watercolor workshop animated by Dieter Wystemp originally from Germany
2024
Also the variations of color ranging from bold pure pigment to subtle watery gradients can be masterfully managed in that medium. Landscapes have been my first love in painting and are a recurring subject in my works, but I have expanded my interest to city-scenes, portraits and most recently abstracts.
Born in Langen near Frankfurt/Germany I started to develop my interest in watercolor in 2004 and studied the subject with art instruction books, internet art platforms and attending national and international art courses with renowned watercolorists like Martin Lutz, Willy Reichert, Roland Palmaerts, Marc Folly, Amit Kapoor and Alvaro Castagnet. I have had solo exhibitions in my hometown and Frankfurt and regularly participate in the annual exhibitions of the German Watercolor Society as well as international watercolor events throughout Europe, Mexico, India and China. With some successful participation in art competitions I was happy to win the 2nd prize of the annual competition of Frankfurter Sparkasse and my work was shown in the 2016 edition of North Light Book’s prestigious “Splash 17” which annually showcases the best watercolorists of the world. I am member of the German Watercolor Association (DAGGWS) and Co-Representative of the International Watercolor Society (Germany).
HIGHLIGHTS
✷Experience
Morocco’s three imperial cities on this 9 days tour
✷Stroll
the streets of Casablanca & explore its main attractions
✷Visit
the biggest Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
✷Admire
the beautiful historical monuments of Fez, Meknes and Rabat
✷Explore
Fez, the country’s cultural capital, stopping at souks, tanneries, madrasas,
and mosques.
✷Tour
the ancient walled medina of Meknes and the beautiful gates
✷See
the Roman ruins at Volubilis.
✷Explore the capital of Morocco (Rabat) and its cultural sights
For more details on the itinerary of this trip, I invite you to read the document which you will find below in the section "Download and print your registration from".
Workshop Trip 9 days / 8nights all inclusive:
Lodging : Riad, guest house. Technical support and overall support during all your travels.
Cancellation:
v-In case of withdrawal by a participant within 90 days of commencement of the workshop, the amount already paid will not be refunded.
v-In case of cancellation of the trip by the organisers, a new date will be proposed. Any participant who cannot avail of the new date will be fully refunded of the sum already paid.
v-In the event the organisers cancel the trip with no alternative date proposed, all sums paid by the participant will be fully refunded.
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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