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Testimonials
Thanks to those who took the
time to write their comments, emotions and critics. Your
words will help me refine next projects.
Provence,
France September 2011
Involvement and learning were all par
excellence
Dear Francesco, so many thanks for the
successful painting workshop of yours in Provence. Your organization,
involvement and method of learning were all par excellence and I sure
have learned a lot. Thanks again and see you in Italy -- Srood, The
Netherlands
Puglia, Italy
September 2011
Enthusiasm increased day by
day
I participated with much
enthusiasm at the workshop. Enthusiasm that has increased day by day as
the course was well structured, and that will take me to continue the
lessons in Milan. Liria, Tesero
Professionalism,
kindness and care
Dear Master Francesco, I
would like to thank you for your professionalism, kindness and care with
which you have been an instructor and guide in these great days. I could
see these landscapes through your eyes and hope I was able to give back
some of that through my work. Thank you again. Ivana, Tesero
Made
me ready to accept critics and suggestions
Dear Dr. Colour, I
appreciated your commitment and availability to me. I did not feel your
breath on my neck which allowed me to feel free to make mistakes without
fear of a negative comment. You have found something good in all our
work for, which made me ready to accept your critics and suggestions to
improve -- with serenity. Thank you
very heartly. Marcella, Tesero
You are so talented and have
a lot of patience
I never thought to join a
workshop and I must say I am very happy I did. You Francesco are so
talented (and I knew that) but you also have a lot of patience, you can
explain things very well, and then ... maybe I am up to my ultimate
possibilities and be locked in there. But I still hope! This week has
been fantastic. Look forward to do it again. Thanks for
everything. Iosella, Tesero
Palermo, Sicily May
2011
I came away with improved painting skills
A very enjoyable experience. Francesco offers a
well-run workshop with solid instruction, tailored to suit individual
levels – from beginners to professionals. His skill with language makes
it possible for a multi-cultural group to share artistically. I came
away from my experience in Sicily with improved painting skills as well
as new friends from Italy, Switzerland and Canada. I would love to do a
workshop with Francesco again! Many thanks. Bruce – USA / Malta
I appreciated such a variety of people and the perfect logistic
The workshop was interesting, with different stimuli of growth. Working
outdoor in different environments and with people of diverse
backgrounds, were the strong points. The weak point was maybe the
inclusion of different media. I would suggest to focus every workshop on
a single media with 2 to 3 hours of theory daily. Some work paper and
bibliography would also help continuing training. I appreciated very
much the effort to keep together such a variety of people and the
perfect logistic. Please let me advise you an extra effort in order to
relate with single individuals. Rosanna – Viterbo, Italy
Beautiful locale, perfectly sized the small hotel
A wonderful week, although in the many excellent dinners something
attacked my gut. Beautiful locale, perfectly sized the small hotel.
There may be some adjustments in the daily schedule, such as free
afternoon for sightseeing and beach -- painting only for those who want;
a briefing on the first day and daily theory (critique) by the evening
aperitif. Very assorted group, but the beauty of this experience is just
sharing with people so different. Some male presence?
My pictorial results seemed disappointing. Painting in short sessions
puts me pressure and get me clumsy. However I have already printed some
photos to try to calmly resume the subject matters.
P.S. Thank you very much Francesco for your commitment and dedication.
Your return to Palermo this time required moments of solitude and
reflection [for the loss of your father] -- impossible by
circumstances. I very much appreciated. Vanna - Milan, Italy
Provence Sepetember 2010
Great combination of
painting and experiencing Provence
I really enjoyed the
painting workshop! Francesco is a very informative, supportive,
encouraging (and patient!) teacher. I really learned a lot during the
week. I also enjoyed the various places/towns we visited. It was a great
combination of painting and experiencing Provence! Thank you, Francesco!
Kristen - Newport CA, USA
Opened up many doors
to create drama in a painting
Francesco I enjoyed
so much this experience because I like your style of teaching. You
critique our work and it makes us realize what we need to do to get
wherever we want to in our art expression. What you taught us about
values on your canvas in practice opened up many doors to create drama
in a painting without a lot of strokes. I definitely will continue to
work with you and bring some friends to enjoy your technique. Thank you
for this opportunity.
Delia, Baltimore, MD, USA
I learned a lot in
multi plan because of the others
Being a novice I was
sceptical about the workshop. However it proved to be to my advantage
because I benefited from observing and receiving tips from the others.
The mix of touring the villages to do plein air painting is wonderful
and visiting restaurants for dinner was definitely a plus. I learned a
lot in multi plan and on the 5th day something clicked! I understand
what painting is, it is hard and requires commitment. Metty,
Atlanta, GA, USA
Pushed to look with
different eyes
[...] this was a
revitalizing experience, it allowed me to confront with different people
and it was also pretty
exciting
to brush up my English. The course pushed me to select the very
significant visual elements. My look has changed in detecting light,
contrast and colors in nature, but also when observing works of art. I
had the chance to see many beautiful landscapes, enjoy good food and
make laughter together. Fiammetta, Milano, Italy
My production was of
low-level and I had other expectations
Except for my
discomfort with the language (English) -- I appreciated the beauty of
nature, and being in good company. Regarding the course itself, I
confirm the usefulness and clarity of the theory. However, I had other
expectations: individual painting outdoor is fine if consistently guided
in practice by the expert hand of the master. I think the teacher should
have produced for demonstration purposes only -- although looking at you
while painting, was nevertheless very useful to get into a new method. I
thought we had more time to refine the assignments […] my production was
well below my standard at home. It would have been more fruitful to stay
longer in each site. Annalisa - Sondrio, Italy
I learned from an
artist, beyond my expectations
It’s very rare that
the real life exceeds expectations. It happened with the course in
Provence. Here's what it was: a week in beautiful places, landscapes and
delights of food, warm hospitality, laughter and insights and
breathtaking sunsets. Plus the joy of waking up in the morning, with the
desire to get to work. And above all the chance to learn from an artist
who combines theory with practice with familiarity and graceful
freshness -- capturing the light with a few gestures. I'm ready for
another experience like that. Giorgia, Roma, Italy
Provence April and June 2010
Your painting is an
inspiration
Francesco
thanks you for a
great week. We worked hard and we had lots of fun. The landscape in
Provence is fabulous and your painting is an inspiration that
accompanies me always. Love. Patricia, Buenos Aires
All well followed between English and Italian
Good
combination
of learning
and relax, work and
rest. Even
in a
demanding language situation between
English and Italian, we were
all well followed and blended
well as a group, learning
from the confrontation as well.
Thanks -
Silvana, Aosta,
Italy
Exciting for the shy person I use to be
It
was exciting
to be part of
a group – for the shy
and solitary person
I use to be. I thank
Francesco for his
expertise and enthusiasm
as a professional and
all the
people I
met during these
beautiful days. They enriched
and helped me in
different ways. The
location in
Provence is very
beautiful and the hospitality
excellent. An experience
I would do again! -
Niki, Alessandria,
Italy
Francesco’s familiarity with the area was immensely helpful
The workshop was very informative. It was tailored individually.
Francesco’s critiques were objective but he also tried to push us to go
further with our work. I found the workshop well balanced -- giving us
plenty of time to paint and also some leisure time. Francesco’s
familiarity with the area was immensely helpful to paint some beautiful
sceneries.
Overall, a very creative and enjoyable week! - Elena, New York City
Insight into deficiencies can be greatly facilitated
The workshop is one I would recommend to beginners and artists wishing
to learn the process. A progressive approach for those who may have an
impatient nature. The experience of painting outdoors is invaluable, as
well as interaction with other students. Insight into technical
deficiencies can be greatly facilitated by an experienced tutor. I think
everyone has gained much insight and learning – Lana, Melbourne
Umbria
June 2010
This week
has brought me more
than I expected.
Now I can
let myself lost forever into
values, mid-tones,
light and dark. Friendly
- Irene,
Milan, Italy
An intense week. All
that I learned
will surely allow me
to put myself
into question [...]
Thanks -Linda,
Perugia, Italy
Sicily May
2009
I enjoyed the
beautiful Sicily in spring
Ciao Francesco, I enjoyed meeting you and being in your workshop. Lots
of working hours, nice people around and lots of fun. The gardens in
Modica, the cityscape in Ragusa,... wonderful places for painting and
for experiencing the magic of the beautiful Sicily in spring. Hope I can
come and do it again. Love - Patricia, Buenos Aires
Provence 2009
Excellent job Francesco! Can’t wait to join
again
Excellent! From the choice of the accommodation (a corner of paradise),
to the selection of places to visit for painting. I appreciated the
method : theory concepts, demonstrations, support along the way and
above all patience. Great job, really! I look forward to next stage!
Katia - Milan, Italy
Provence 2008
The tour of Provence
alone was
magnificent
Dear Francesco, for me this week has
been a dream came true. This opportunity could not have been more
rewarding. Great food and a hospitable atmosphere. The tour of Provence
alone was magnificent. Many many thanks for an enchanting week!
Barbara - New York
Nice
to be painting in such a variety of locations
Francesco, the week
was very well planned out and I enjoyed the experience thoroughly. The
combination of locations
provided for very interesting outcomes in our work. I so look forward to
working with you in the future..
Anji - Portland, USA
I like your calm and worm way of
teaching
Francesco, I have really appreciated the opportunity to paint with you
this week. I feel you have given us new inspiration only by taking us to
see many beautiful places. You've got a calm, warm appearance which
gives us confidence. Thanks a lot for taking so good care of us this
week!
Moyfrid - Drobak, Norway
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