10 DAY ART RETREAT IN SOUTH INDIA
Join us for a transformative experience deep in the heart of the South Indian jungle, where Visionary Painting meets Ancient Yogic Practices.
ALL LEVELS – BEGINNERS & SEASONED ARTISTS WELCOME
UNLEASH YOUR CREATIVE ENERGIES &
AWAKEN YOUR INNER ARTIST!
Immerse yourself in the transformative power of Visionary Painting, Ancient Yogic Practices und Authentic Self-Expression.
Set in the vibrant heart of the South Indian jungle, this retreat offers you the chance to reconnect with your inner essence, while unlocking and liberating your deepest creative energies.
MEET YOUR GUIDES
VISIONARY PAINTING & CREATIVE PRACTICE
During this retreat, you will be learning classical oil painting techniques and creative practices from internationally renowned visionary painter and teacher, Vera Atlantia.
Vera has taught painting all over the world, including at the Vienna Academy of Visionary Art, Italy, Australia, Belgium and the UK. For the first time she will bring her extensive knowledge and lessons from her life-long practice of painting to India.
You will be guided through each step of creating your artwork, from the first sparks of inspiration to the finished painting.
We will begin with a guided meditation to contact the source of inspiration, followed by sketching our ideas. We will explore the art of creating a compelling composition and how to master the subtle interplay of light and shadow. Further we will delve into the beauty of layering with semi-transparent oil glazes, to achieve depth and luminosity within the artwork. Students are encouraged to explore working in a limited palette to create subtle and evocative tones.
Each student will receive personalized guidance based on their level of experience. No special talent or prior experience is required – everyone is welcome to join and explore their creativity!
YOGIC PRACTICES
Every morning, amidst the tropical forest and surrounded by birdsong, you will be guided through ancient Indian practices by Malindi Lovegrove. Through pranayamas und kriyas (breathing techniques), sacred wisdom, chanting und guided meditations, we’ll begin each day by raising our prana (energy) to new heights. These profound practices will elevate your vibration, opening the door to deeper states of clarity, intuition, and connection to Source. In this heightened state, you’ll feel more uplifted, inspired, and in tune with the boundless flow of creative energy within and around you.
SEMINARORT
JUNGLI – A UNIQUE ARTIST’S RETREAT CENTRE
The retreat will happen in an exclusive artist’s sanctuary in the jungles of Dandeli, Karnataka. The beautiful campus of Jungli has been specifically designed for creative nomads to take a residency and explore their creativity far from the sounds of traffic, surrounded only by expansive landscapes and sacred sites. In a secret location, not advertised, this is a rare and unique experience, only shared with those who align and are invited to stay.
MALTECHNIKEN
TAKE YOUR ART TO A HIGHER LEVEL
Ob du deine Malreise gerade erst beginnst oder bereits erfahrene(r) Künstler(in) bist, du wirst auf deinem individuellen Level untertstützt.
Kein Talent oder besondere Fähigkeiten erforderlich.
Two main approaches of painting will be introduced:
Sie können die Mischtechnik und / oder indirekte Ölgemälde erkunden
Die Mischtechnik
Die Mischtechnik ist ein schöner Malprozess abwechselnd mit Eiertempera und Ölfarbe. Weißes Ei Tempera wird allmählich verwendet Tonwerte aufbauen. Dann Ölfarbe angewendet wird in dünne, halbtransparente GlasurenDie Schichten aus Eiertempera und Ölglasur können unzählige Male übereinander gebaut werden, was eine große Dimensionalität innerhalb des Kunstwerks ermöglicht. Schöne Effekte von Transparenz, Leuchtkraft und Detail kann mit dieser Technik erreicht werden.
Dieser Malkurs hat mich einen großen Schritt dazu gebracht, mutiger in der Malerei zu werden. Die Angst vor Fehlern ist sehr weit in den Hintergrund gerückt. Malen in einer Gruppe macht viel Spaß und inspiriert dazu, zu Hause weiter zu malen.
Renate, Österreich
Indirekte Ölmalerei
Auch die schnellere Technik der Indirekte Ölmalerei wird den Teilnehmern gezeigt und erklärt. Typischerweise wird das Kunstwerk mit einem monochromatischen Untermalung und Mehr Farben anschließend eingeführt werden.
Beide Techniken können innerhalb desselben Kunstwerks angewendet werden.
Vera bringt so viele wunderbare Dinge hervor, die tief in mir verborgen sind.
Maria, Österreich
Sie strahlt so viel Liebe aus. Alle Bilder werden wunderbar mit ihrer Anleitung.
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RETREAT HIGHLIGHTS
Malerei & Kreative Praxis
Malerei steht im Mittelpunkt unserer Praxis. In einer unterstützenden und liebevollen Umgebung wirst du dazu inspiriert, deine Kreativität zu erkunden, deine künstlerischen Fähigkeiten zu erweitern und deinen einzigartigen kreativen Ausdruck zu finden.
Meditation
Enjoy the benefits of daily guided meditation, breathwork, chanting and inner journeys. In these sessions you are invited to fully relax and recharge, raise your prana, find stillness and inspiration from within.
Eintauchen in die Natur
Recharge your energy in the vibrant surrounds of South Indian jungles. Far away from the noise of the outside world, the huge campus of Jungli will support you to come fully home to yourself.
Premium hausgemachte Küche
Our lovely hosts will spoil us with nutritious vegetarian, farm sourced, village cuisine cooked food. We will ask each participant for your dietary preferences and will do our best to accomodate all dietary needs.
Trips & Activities
RAFTING ON KALI RIVER
Join us for an optional adventure to Dandeli, where you’ll experience the thrill of white water rafting on the scenic Kali River.
The rafting journey starts at Ganeshgudi, just a 30 minute drive from Jungli. We’ll take this thrilling trip during an afternoon break from painting, but you’re free to join or relax at your own pace—it’s completely up to you!
PHANSOLI ELEPHANT CAMP
We’re planning a special drawing excursion to Phansoli, where we’ll have the opportunity to sketch elephants (from 5:00pm to 6:30pm). The location is just a 30-minute drive from Jungli, making it a perfect creative outing! Bring your sketchbooks and immerse yourself in capturing these majestic creatures. The location is just a 30-minute drive from Jungli, making it a perfect creative outing!
BIRDWATCHING
Dandeli is known for Hornbills, Indian Giant Squirrels, Kingfishers, Bulbul’s and many more birds. We will organise a professional naturalist to come to the campus and help unlock a whole new level of the flora & fauna around us.
ACTIVITIES
ADVENTURES DURING FREE TIME
RAFTING ON KALI RIVER
Join us for an optional adventure to Dandeli, where you’ll experience the thrill of white water rafting on the scenic Kali River.
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES AFTER THE RETREAT
There will be an opportunity to stay afterwards if you wish to do a longer residency and continue working on your art piece. Here, you can truly immerse yourself in your creative journey and do your best work. We will also be doing an optional group trip to the Art of Living Ashram nearby for the local festival of Shivratri on February 27th.
HOW MUCH FOR MY SLICE OF PARADISE?
REGISTER FOR THE RETREAT
Limited Spots Available!
To save your spot, we ask you to fill out the form below and pay a deposit of €500.
Upon registration, you will receive an email with information on transport, visa, what materials to bring etc.
If you have any questions, please get in touch at:
Accomodation, food, transport, visa etc.: malindi.lovegrove@gmail.com
Painting & matters concerning the course: info@veraatlantia.com
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Accomodation, food, transport, visa etc.: malindi.lovegrove@gmail.com
Painting & matters concerning the course: info@veraatlantia.com
Activate your creative powers
JOIN UNS!
Places are limited to 15 participants – early registration is recommended.
FAQ
Ich kann nicht malen. Kann ich mitmachen?
Absolutely! If you have never painted before or consider yourself as not good enough, I’m happy to support you in finding your unique artistic voice. In a loving and safe environment, you will be encouraged to explore your creative expression. You will be guided step by step through the process. Many participants have never painted before and are surprised what flows out of them during the retreat.
Ich würde gerne mitmachen, aber ich habe Widerstand.
Embarking on a creative journey is exhilarating, but can also stir up a whirlwind of insecurities, self-doubts and anxieties. Feel free to get in touch at info@veraatlantia.com if you would like to talk about your concerns.
MUSS ich am gesamten Programm teilnehmen?
The schedule is very flexible. You can take part or leave out parts of the program according to your individual needs.
Ich habe eine spezielle Diät. Kann die Küche meine Bedürfnisse erfüllen?
Our lovely chefs try to accomodate all dietary needs. If you have any allergies or dietary preferences, please communicate them with us at: malindi.lovegrove@gmail.com
Ich brauche einen Zahlungsplan, ist das möglich?
We are happy to work with your financial situation. Please email: malindi.lovegrove@gmail.com to discuss possible payment options.
WANN IST CHECK-IN UND CHECK-OUT?
Start: Feb 12th, 2025 | 6pm
End: Feb 22nd, 2025 | 1pm
The arrival on Feb 12th, 2025 is possible from 3 p.m.
We will start the course with a shared dinner at 6 p.m., followed by a welcome circle.
The course finishes with lunch on Sunday, around 1-2 p.m.
WELCHE MATERIALIEN MUSS ich MITBRINGEN?
Upon registration, you will be sent a list with what materials to bring with you.
”Creativity blossoms in the embrace of the unknown, revealing its profound transformative power.
