Let me take you on a trip to create sunny summer sketches in beautiful Essaouira. We will capture the beauty of this unique place full of energy by drawing with different media, watercolor painting and all kinds of combinations, mixed media. „Motifs are everywhere“. We will enjoy capturing the ancient town buildings, Market places, coastal landscapes and cultural venues. We’ll exchange our stories enjoying fantastic food. In this course we will deal with the basic aspects of Urban and Nature Sketching as well as the details. How do we find our motifs? Which excerpt will be put on paper? How do we best reduce to the most essential parts of the picture? Sketching isn’t about perfection. It is basically about capturing the atmosphere of the scenery in your personal style – with fun. Together we will look closely at the many shades of the beautiful colours of Morocco. We will observe light and shadow, learn how to create 3-dimensionality with tone values, where to start a sketch and when to end it … I will show you how to create a story of your trip in sketches, create beautiful spreads on double pages and add typography to give your sketch a nice finish. You want to learn more about me and my art? Have a look at my instagram or facebook accounts: @illuchrisa. Sketchers or sketchers-to-be from all over the world are welcome to join to deep dive into the world of sketching. This workshop includes much more than the techniques of sketching, it provides a priceless wholesome and lasting life experience you would not want to miss.
Essaouira offers a excellent setting for painting
It’s the beach time…. its purpuraire islands, harbor and its multiple blue boats. its souks, craftsmen and its surrounding countryside will be among the many subjects for your paintings. the main goal is to make you happy by discovering the daily life of the locals and the charm of the narrow Alleys. as well as making from your own sketching a unique souvenir notebook. On the itinerary for these 8 days or more : walks, theoretical notions, presentations, practice, quick watercolors sketches on the pattern. Targeted outings and day or half day excursions to paint and seek out atmospheres of colors, where blue will be in the spotlight, no doubt! At the end of the week, sum up of your travel book (with or without my advice) by adding the various materials, newspapers, papers, plants, herbs, etc. that you will have gathered over the days.
Watercolor with Hans-Christian Sanladerer
Essaouira – Marrakech
02nd to 09th June 2025
Summer Sketching – nice and easy
| Step 1: À deposit required to the teacher : paid to your instructors : 900$ students / Accompanying 400. |
100$ each Accompanying non-participating spouse/partner) ,300$ each For Student |
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| Step 2: You can pay either, 30%, or the full amount 100% |
30% ,The Rest to PAY 70% ,100% |
| Room |
Single ,Standard Twin ,Already paid for single room |
Hans-Christian Sanladerer
Born and raised in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, a picturesque village at the bottom of the Upper Bavarian Alps the now passionate sketcher of all things, workshop tutor and book author studied Graphic Design at the Academy of Fine Arts in Nürnberg and Illustration at Parsons School of Design in New York. He created illustrations, cartoons and satirical paintings for newspapers and magazines, designed board and card games as well as many patterns for porcelain and stationary. He freelanced for one of Germany’s leading broadcasting companies as their newspaper designer. As head of a multi-cultural design department for Europe’s leading wall covering company he designed wall coverings for the worldwide market. After an education as an online editor, he created and maintained website and social media content for diverse clients. For many years now his life has been fully dedicated to the daily practice of sketching, be it urban sites, nature, people, animals or … you name it. He loves to pass on his various experiences to people of all knowledge levels via daily on-location workshops as well as online classes and art travels to beautiful places, such as Morocco, to share with you the habit of daily sketching to enhance your life experience.
What's included
Workshop Trip 8 days / 7 nights all inclusive:
Accompanying Person Trip 8 days / 7 nights all inclusive
Not included
Riad is located in the center of Essaouira, a few steps from the port and the beach. The traditional Moroccan rooms at Riad all include a private bathroom and a seating area. Some rooms are air-conditioned.
Traditional Dishes
One of the most notable aspects of Moroccan cuisine is the emphasis on the quality and freshness of ingredients. The produce is sourced from a land free of pesticides, chemicals, hormones, or preservatives. Animals are typically slaughtered just hours before they are used, with mutton being the prevalent meat offered, rather than lamb. Market vegetables are freshly gathered each morning. The use of spices, herbs, fresh fruits, nuts, and dried fruits imparts an invigorating vitality that stands in stark contrast to the packaged and imported products commonly found in much of Europe and North America. To further acquaint you with the culinary delights, here are explanations of some of the most common and popular traditional Moroccan dishes:
Reserve Your Spot Today
A non-refundable deposit of $900 is required to hold your spot; balance is due JULY, 2025. Deposits are non-refundable, however, if minimum number of participants is not met, your deposits will be refunded to you.
Once full payment is received, there will be no refund for cancellation.
Once your reservation is made, you will be sent a list of necessary supplies to bring with you.
Travel Insurance: We strongly advise you to take out your own travel and personal insurance.
*Any issues with payment, please contact us. contact@tedrart.com
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 to 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. Immunizations are not required or necessary but check here for CDC recommendations.
What To Wear
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.
Money Exchange
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.
Guest House
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)
This retreat is confirmed
When we receive your deposit we will email you to confirm your reservation and payment.Once the retreat becomes guaranteed (5 minimum number of registrants met) we will contact you to confirm your reservation and arrange payment of the balance for the retreat if only the deposit was paid at registration.
If for any reason the retreat does not become guaranteed, you will be refunded any funds paid (deposit or total amount).
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Upon arrival in Marrakech, participants will be welcomed by our professional guide and driver. We will then depart for Essaouira by a 17-seat bus, with a short stop to inaugurate the travel log.
A walk into the walls of the medina (fortresses). Painting and sketching time. Lunch break. In the afternoon, discover the city and sketch in the shaded streets.
OverNight in Essaouira.
Today is the time to visit the fish market in the medina. Lunch break at the fish market with fresh, grilled fish. In the afternoon we will head to the very animated harbor to watch the return of the fishers at the end of the day. Enjoy the sunset
OverNight in Essaouira.
First excursion to the Souk d’ Had Draa, a large Sunday regional market where breeders and merchants do their business selling animals, clothes, unusual materials, spices, meat, fruit and vegetables….etc… A total immersion and occassion to take our first mint tea under a tent. Return to the gite at the end of the afternoon. Night in Essaouira.
Walk on the immense beach of Essaouira, panoramic sketch.
After lunch break, You Continue to explore Les Dunes de Guemassa, our haven of peace in Chichaoua, just 10 minutes from Agafay. It’s the perfect place to pause time and immerse yourself in another universe.
You will spend the Morning in the Riad in order to finish the travel log, diverse collages, layout of the pages with advice of the teacher.
Departure to the aireport
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