Artista Invites Women to Rediscover the Artist Within Spring 2005

Artista Creative Safaris for Women Begins Spring 2005 ~ Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. Founder, Bev Sanders, describes Artista Creative Safaris as "a summer-camp for grown-up girlswith acrylics instead of finger paints, chardonnay instead of Kool-Aid, and haute cuisine instead of hot dogs.

November 14, 2004 -- The founders of Las Olas Surf Safaris, the world's premier surf adventure exclusively for women, are expanding their unique adventures into the realm of fine art beginning Spring 2005. Artista Creative Safaris will introduce womens inner painter to the inspiring coastline of Northern California, immersing each potential artist in a variety of creative sessions from Color Theory to on-location plein air painting. The six day, all-inclusive safaris include everything needed to escape into Bohemia: art materials and instruction, classic accommodations, all meals, daily yoga, body massage, spa treatments, activities special to the region and late night cafe discussions seeped in art, love, and life.

Las Olas, billed as the "Golden Door of surf camps" by the San Francisco Chronicle, has introduced over a thousand women to surfing. The core of their program is fueled by the philosophy that camaraderie and confidence blossom in a nonjudgmental environment balanced with fun, relaxation, and shared new experiences. Based on this successful model, the Artista curriculum is specifically
designed to inspire women and provide an exhilarating vacation focused on art and nature, breaking for some of the best cuisine and culture California has to offer. Artista guests will lodge at the La Playa Hotel, "The Grande Dame of Carmel-by-the-Sea", a short walk from both the white sand beaches and the galleries and boutiques of Carmel Village.

Inspiration for the new safari surrounds the Las Olas/Artista headquarters, nestled in a live/work artists' community in Northern California where creativity is a way of life.

Artista safaris are about art and much more. The Artista safari includes:

- Escorted transfers to and from local airports
- Accommodations at the luxurious La Playa Hotel, "the Grand Dame"
- Daily art sessions punctuated by chardonnay breaks
- Unlimited use of professional artists' tools and supplies
- All delicious and healthful meals each day
- Daily yoga, stretching, and exercise preparation
- Therapeutic massage, facial, and spa treatments
- Individual coaching and review with your art instructor
- Guided hiking, exploration, and sketching along the breathtaking coastline
- More activities available depending on guest's preferences: Sea kayaking, tour of the Monterey Bay Aquarium, wine tasting at the vineyard, gourmet picnic at an organic farm, coastal hiking and plein air painting, guided village walks, and seasonal events

Artista safaris starting Spring 2005
Safari Dates: April 24-29 and May 1-6, 2005.
All-inclusive packages start at $2695
Space is limited.

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