I just returned from one of the best workshops I’ve ever attended, with Frank Gardner in San Miguel de Allende.  What made it great?  It was a “whole” experience: painting (yes, of course!) and great insights from Frank, but what it made it extra special was the food, music, culture and the unbelievably welcoming vibe of San Miguel de Allende.

While there was always the threat of scorpions repelling from the ceiling (see New Adventures of the Ginger Gringo blog), Casa Santa Ana was a great home base for the class. We had the option of painting from the roof (first painting, below) or interiors in the casa.  Frank also took us out to a couple of ranches during our stay (see slideshow below).

This trip is on my calendar for next year.  Enjoy!

San Miguel de Allende, Oil on Linen, 8x10

Sunset, San Miguel de Allende (March 10, 2012), Oil on Linen, 8x10

Wall in Shadow (Holly's Place), Oil on Linen, 9x12

White Sofa, Casa Santa Ana (San Migue de Allende), Oil on Linen, 12x9

Pink Chair, Casa Schuck (San Miguel de Allende), Oil on Linen, 12x9