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 blends self-discovery with artistic exploration.
Choose between painting from iconic Athenian viewpoints or 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.
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
Under the instructor's supervision and direction, participants are called to paint/draw their chosen subject.
Skill level: Beginner, intermediate and advanced artist
Objective: Create a personal piece of art by observing Athenian urban and natural settings. The process of painting from observation connects the artist to the subject in a very intimate way. Participants will get to keep their creation which will serve as a cherished memory of their time in Athens.
Join us for an unforgettable adventure of creative expression, where every brushstroke brings Athens' rich history and vibrant landscapes to life!
4-8 participants: 200€/person
3 participants: 210€/person
2 participants: 225€/person
1 participant: 265€
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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