Plein Air & Studio Pastel Workshop in SUZHOU, CHINA with ALAN FLATTMANN. October 23 November 3, 2015

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1 Plein Air & Studio Pastel Workshop in SUZHOU, CHINA with ALAN FLATTMANN October 23 November 3, 2015 Join Alan Flattmann for this unique opportunity to paint exotic Oriental settings on site and to experience firsthand the charm of Chinese culture. The workshop/tour will coincide with the opening of the 1 st Pastel Art Festival in Suzhou. The festival will feature exhibitions by renowned Chinese artists, the Pastel Society of France and a solo exhibition of Alan Flattmann pastels. The home base for the workshop will be a 4-star hotel. Each day there will be painting excursions to the beautiful Classical Gardens, Parks and Ancient Villages of Suzhou. Two Studio days will be devoted to Portraits and Figurative Painting of Chinese Characters. The Ming Gallery of Art in Suzhou will manage the tour and provide translation services. The workshop is designed to help beginners and advanced artists conquer the challenges of plein air painting and portrait painting from models. The workshop will cover the basics of landscape and figure painting. Alan will show how he creates bold pastel paintings with a multi-layered technique on pumice and sanded papers. In addition to pastel and sketching demonstrations, students can expect individual help with any medium. Painting sessions are in mornings and afternoons allowing plenty of time for lunches and exploring. Critiques are usually in the evenings before dinner. Non-painting companions are welcome and there will be much for them to do and see while the artists paint. Alan Flattmann is a PSA Master Pastelist, renowned painter, teacher and author. He was inducted into the Pastel Society of America Hall of Fame and is a recipient of the American Artist Art Masters Award for Pastel Teacher, as well as numerous other awards and honors. He has taught art workshops since 1968 and has led many painting tours abroad. For details, phone Alan at , art@alanflattmann.com, or go to

2 Destination Suzhou is a major city in the southeast of Jiangsu Province in Eastern China, about 100 miles southwest of Shanghai. It is situated on the lower reaches of the Yangtze River and the shores of Lake Tai and belongs to the Yangtze River Delta region. Suzhou is the ninth most populous city in mainland China with an urban population of over 5 million in its core districts and a total population exceeding 10 million. It is a modern city with pockets of antiquity and is considered one of the richest cities in China. Originally founded in 514 BC, Suzhou has over 2,500 years of rich history, and relics of the past are abundant to this day. The cities canals, stone bridges, pagodas, and meticulously designed gardens have contributed to its status as one of the top tourist attractions in China. The classical gardens in Suzhou were added to the list of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1997 and Suzhou is often called the Venice of the East. Home at Tiger Hill Wetland Park Accommodations Lodging will be at a modern 4 star hotel with private bathrooms, television, internet access and daily housekeeping. Delicious meals are prepared with an abundance of fresh ingredients including produce, meats, seafood, dairy and grains. They are usually served buffet style or at large round tables with lazy Susans. Cost The cost of the workshop/tour is $2,900 for artists, $2,500 for non-artists companions. The single room supplement is $300. Cost includes the following: Full Board including ALL meals at a 4-star hotel, based on sharing twin/double rooms. Excursion and Sketching at world famous Ancient Water Village of Tong Li.. Plein Air Painting at Suzhou Triangle Wetland Park. Plein Air Painting at Lake Tai and Ancient Village of ShiGongShan. Plein Air Painting at Tiger Hill Park and Shan Tang Ancient Street. Optional Free Day or Plein Air Painting at Jinji Lake. Plein air Painting at PingJiang-Lotus Garden. Plein Air Painting at the Garden of Cultivation. Two days of Portrait and Figurative Painting in Studio. Opening Ceremony of 1 st Suzhou Pastel Art Festival followed by a Banquet and Party. PASTEL WORKSHOP with ALAN FLATTMANN. Transfers from/to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. All other transportation except airfare. A $500 deposit via PAYPAL is required by June 1 st to reserve a space with the balance due by August 23 rd. The price is based on a minimum of 15 participants. A Passport and Visa are required for travel to China. Recommendations for applying for a VISA will be given with registration.

3 Plein Air & Studio Pastel Workshop in SUZHOU, CHINA with ALAN FLATTMANN October 23 November 3, 2015 Itinerary Friday 23 rd Group arrivals at Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Transfer to hotel in Suzhou. Welcome dinner. Saturday 24 th Morning meeting with Alan for introduction/orientation, etc. Lunch. Afternoon visit to Ming Gallery of Art and attend Pastel Art Festival Opening Ceremony. Dinner & Party into the night. Sunday 25 th Morning demo at Suzhou Triangle Wetland Park. Lunch at Wetland Park Dining Hall. Afternoon Plein Air Painting. Wetland Village Style Crab Feast Dinner. Monday 26 th All day excursion to Lake Tai, West Hill. Tour and photographing in morning. Village Style Lunch. Afternoon Plein Air Painting in village of Shi Gong Shan till sunset. Dinner at hotel. Tuesday 27 th Morning tour and Plein Air Painting in Tiger Hill Park. Packed lunch. Afternoon demo and Plein Air Painting Shan Tang Ancient Street. Dinner and explore at Song He Lou Water Village at nighttime. Wednesday 28 th All day excursion to Ancient Water Village of Tong Li. Boat tour of village. Lunch in village. Light sketching and photography only. Dinner at hotel. Thursday 29 th Figure Painting at Ming Gallery of Art Workshop Space. Morning Portrait demo of Chinese character dressed in traditional clothing. Lunch. Afternoon Portrait painting from Chinese model. Dinner out. Friday 30 th Figure Painting at Ming Gallery of Art Workshop Space. Morning Figure demo of Chinese character. Lunch. Afternoon Figure painting from Chinese model. Dinner at hotel. Saturday 31 st Morning Plein Air Painting at Jin Ji Lake. Lunch at hotel. Afternoon free for exploring and shopping. Dinner at hotel. Sunday 1 st All day Plein Air Painting and Sketching at Ping Jiang Lotus Garden. Packed lunch. Dinner at hotel Monday 2 nd All day Plein Air Painting and Sketching at The Garden of Cultivation. Packed lunch. Farewell Dinner at hotel. Tuesday 3 rd Morning departure to Shanghai for return flights home. Note: Itinerary subject to change due to weather or other circumstances. Critiques are usually in evenings before or after dinner depending on time of return to hotel.

4 Réservation Form for Suzhou, China Workshop/Tour, Oct. 23 Nov. 3, 2015 For reservation information please call Alan Flattmann (985) Mail reservation form to: Alan Flattmann, 822 Heather Hollow, Covington, LA $2,900 artists, $2,500 non-artists, $300 Single Supplement Name M F Name M F Address Address City State Zip City State Zip Country Phone Country Phone Passport No. Emergency contact Phone Passport No. Emergency contact Phone Accommodations: If you are a couple, would you prefer a room with 2 beds 1 large bed Deposits: $ USD per person x number of participants = total deposit. A PayPal invoice will be ed to you for payment to the Ming Gallery of Art. A deposit is required by June 1 st to reserve a space. The tour price is based on a minimum of 15 participants. If the minimum number is not achieved, the tour will be cancelled and all deposits fully refunded. Balance: The balance of your trip is due by August 23 rd. If the final payment is not received when due, we reserve the right to cancel the reservation per our cancellation policy. Prices cover land costs only, not airfare. Cancellation/Refund: If you unexpectedly need to cancel your trip the policy is as follows: Up until June 1 st Full Refund. Up until August 23rd Refund minus 10 per cent handling fee. After August 23rd No refund. If the trip is cancelled due to low enrolment or unforeseen circumstances, all payments received to date will be refunded and this constitutes full settlement. The Ming Gallery of Art and Alan Flattmann will not be responsible for expenses incurred in preparation for the trip, such as airline tickets, travel delays, flight cancellations or health problems. Travel insurance is highly recommended, and should be arranged by you. Responsibility Clause: I hereby release and forever discharge Alan Flattmann and the Ming Gallery of Art, their heirs, successors and assigns from any and all claims that may occur or arise as a result of my presence and participation in Alan Flattmann s Suzhou, China Workshop/Tour. I also agree to indemnify and save harmless, Alan Flattmann and the Ming Gallery of Art, their heirs, successors and assigns from any claims, demands, actions, causes of action and judgements that may arise and result and arising from any incident or matter that may arise or occur as a result of my presence and participation in Alan Flattmann s Suzhou, China Workshop/Tour. Signature Date Signature Date

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