michelle schratz
AN ART JOURNAL ADVENTURE IN ITALY
Give yourself permission to play
During your stay you will create a unique and personal art journal that reflects your “right now.” Art inspired by Orvieto and the beauty of Italy.
Immerse yourself in this captivating place and discover the world around you and let it infuse your art. Learn how to embrace your creative voice, give yourself permission to play and let your senses inspire you. Enjoy artistic exploration in your art journal, where each page captures the essence of your mood and reflects your surroundings.
La Dolce Vita at it’s absolute best!
DATES: September 7-13, 2025
PRICE: $3495 USD
THEME: Create your unique mixed media art journal using paint, paper, sketch, stitch and fabric.
Meet michelle
Your time with michelle includes:
Michelle will demonstrate alternative book binding, paint and sketch techniques, collage, mark making, hand stitching, and much more. She will guide you in slow steps, so that you gain confidence on how to incorporate various techniques to capture the essence of Italy in your art journal. In the studio you will enjoy artful moments where you can weave in your thoughts and experiences using paper, paint, sketch, fabric, stitching, embroidery and things that you feel most comfortable with. Your art journal will become a beautiful tapestry of your time in Italy.
As your Italian adventure draws to an end, you’ll depart feeling empowered by the journey you’ve experienced. Take your personal visual diary of your time in Italy back home with you. An homage to your adventure in Orvieto. Creative pages, where memories and impressions of your journey can be cherished for years to come.
The Orvieto Experience with Michelle – Simply. Creative. Imperfect. Fun Art
Please be aware – Art Journaling is not about perfection. It’s simply free flowing creative fun, where your senses become visible.
And whether you are an experienced artist, or an absolute beginner, this workshop is for all levels.
Tour Details
Mornings will be spent in creative exploration, either in the studio or out around Orvieto. In the afternoon you will experience the culture of Italy. It might be a tour into the Etruscan caves, a cooking class, or a vineyard visit. There will also be plenty of free time to explore Orvieto on your own. You will receive a more detailed itinerary for the week in your final information packet sent before you travel.
A traditional continental breakfast is served each morning in the B&B. Because Italian cuisine is such fun, some meals are not prearranged allowing you the freedom to choose where and what to eat. Recommendations are offered and no one eats alone!
WITH EACH ARTISTIC ENRICHMENT TRIP, YOU WILL RECEIVE:
- Workshop instruction
- Pre-trip notes and guidelines
- Six nights double occupancy lodging – Sunday – Saturday
- Six Continental breakfasts
- Cooking class including lunch or dinner
- Vineyard tour and wine tasting
- Wine and olive oil tasting including dinner
- Two additional dinners
- Two additional lunches
- Cathedral tour and visit to San Brizio chapel
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED:
- Travel costs
- Passport fees, photos and processing where applicable
- Transfers to and from the airports
- Meals, except where indicated in itinerary
- Personal items such as individual journaling and art supplies, wines, liquors, valet/laundry charges, and other items not specifically mentioned as included
- Optional activities, if any
- Supplement for single room
- Additional nights lodging
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
Single occupancy available for an additional cost. Travel costs are not included.
The balance including single room supplement of $150 USD and optional activities, if any, is due as indicated on the registration form, which is approximately 90 days prior to trip commencement. Payment installments can be arranged directly with Adventures in Italy Inc. Methods of payment accepted are check, Visa and Mastercard.
* HOLD MY SPOT: A $250 USD deposit secures your spot today! You will be contacted by Adventures in Italy to arrange your additional payment schedule.