Kathie George
Journey Workshops
International Travel – For something a little more exotic.
We have a blast on our trips! Each destination is a totally different experience, but normally we have both studio and plein-air time (along with days visiting local villages, shopping, having great meals (and wine) and just experiencing what the country is all about.
Our workshops are relaxing and FUN – an artist’s retreat. And there’s no need to be afraid of drawing or painting plein air! It’s my job to teach you at your level of experience, and I love my job.
Join us for unforgettable adventures and lasting memories. There’s nothing like it.
UPCOMING Journey Workshops
Spain
May 7-17th 2027
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May 20—30th 2027
One open space For May 7-17, 2027
Two open spaces for May 20-30, 2027
Description
Nestled in the foothills just about one half mile from the Mediterranean Sea, there lays the small hamlet of Benejarafe Alto. This is the home of La Finca del Nino – four casitas each with it’s own kitchen and private patio area. This is where we will make our home for 11 wonderful nights. We will go out to neighboring villages, fishing ports and have some surprises, too. We have stayed at Finca several times and they have made many wonderful changes over the years! It is like going home for me and promises a relaxing vacation – sitting in the warm sun with a glass of wine in one hand and a paintbrush in the other! Please join us for what will probably be my last trip to La Finca.
Get on the Waitlist
To get on the waitlist please email kgeorgestudio@gmail.com
Please specify trip and dates.
You can also email Kathie with other trip questions.
PORTUGAL!
May 21st-30th 2026
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May 30th-June 7th 2026
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Description
Portugal: Sintra Painting Adventure
This 9-night trip (May 21-30, 2026) focuses on the enchanting town of Sintra, Portugal.
- Reverse Itinerary: Instead of Lisbon-centric, we’ll base ourselves in Sintra, a fairytale town with historic mansions, lush hills, and stunning scenery.
- Highlights: Explore Sintra’s charms, enjoy day trips to Lisbon, visit seaside locales, and experience Portuguese history.
- Painting Focus: A relaxed pace with a balance of painting, exploring, and enjoying local cuisine and wine.
- Benefits: Avoid summer crowds, enjoy the comfort of a charming villa with our hostess Marina, and foster camaraderie with fellow travelers.
Come join us for an unforgettable painting adventure in this captivating region of Portugal!
Get on the Waitlist
To get on the waitlist please email kgeorgestudio@gmail.com
Please specify trip and dates.
You can also email Kathie with other trip questions.
BARGE CRUISING in GERMANY!
Sept 26th – Oct 4th 2026
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Description
Let’s do it! Meet your fellow travelers at the Luxembourg Airport where we will transfer to Metz to begin our adventure! We will be cruising the Moselle River Valley: sometimes vineyards as far as the eye can see, other times the landscape is dotted with cozy little villages or stone castles and ruins.
What is different about this cruise? River cruises I have researched carry well over 100 people. We have the opportunity to be on a wonderfully appointed Barge all to ourselves! We have a dedicated crew of 5, including our chef, and they have had painters on board. We can choose to paint inside our lovely lounge area, up on our large comfy deck (even from the hot tub!), or just relax and enjoy the slow journey of beautiful scenery passing by. We can also decide to paint on location during one our outings. Not bad choices!
We will visit so many places. Think historic nooks & crannies, picturesque squares, and this is a wine region so…yes, wine tastings. Metz, Thionville, charming Saarburg, Trier—Germany’s oldest city with its amazing market- place, Zell, Traben-Trarbach, Remich, Beilstein, and we end in Cochem. Then depart from Frankfurt.
Get on the Waitlist
To get on the waitlist please email kgeorgestudio@gmail.com
Please specify trip and dates.
You can also email Kathie with other trip questions.
Turkey
Sept. 21 – Oct 3, 2027
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Description
This is 12 full nights of adventure! From Istanbul and it’s architectural marvels and Grand Bazaar To Cappadocia and it’s surreal landscape, to amazing Ephesus on and on. This trip includes so much! To give you a quick idea: 2 domestic flights within Turkey, day Gullet trip, half day cruise and sooo much more! But please read the brochure because there are comments on what I have planned for our painting there. I am so excited! Final note: please read the Enrollment Form before you sign up. I anticipate there will be quite a bit of walking at the architectural sights.
Get on the Waitlist
To get on the waitlist please email kgeorgestudio@gmail.com
Please specify trip and dates.
You can also email Kathie with other trip questions.
Kathie George is a talented artist, a much-sought-after workshop instructor, and the author of five instructional art books. She is experimental and innovative when it comes to her use of media, but works primarily in watermedia. She is best known for developing and teaching the watercolor batik on rice paper technique. Her students rave about her friendly, informative, and energetic approach to teaching.