19-23 June 2025
Adolfo Serra is a distinguished Spanish artist known for his captivating illustrations and unique storytelling through visual art. Born in Teruel, Spain, Serra has made significant contributions to contemporary illustration with his distinct style that blends whimsical elements with profound narratives.
His academic background includes studying Advertising and Public Relations at university before shifting his focus entirely to art and illustration, a transition that has greatly influenced his creative approach.
Serra’s artistic journey has been marked by numerous accolades and international recognition. His illustrations are characterised by a rich use of color, texture, and detail, often evoking a sense of wonder and introspection. In addition to his published works, Adolfo Serra is also an active participant in the global art community. Serra’s dedication to his craft and his ability to inspire others solidify his reputation as significant figure in contemporary Spanish art.
19, 20, 21, 22, 23 June 2025
(5 days and 4 nights)
Shared Room:
1.800€ PP (+vat 23%, only 6 rooms available) = total 2.214€
Single Room:
2.000€ PP (+vat 23%) = total 2.460€
(Paid 2 times: Reservations Until end December, and Final Payment 5th March 2025)
Paid 2 times:
Reservations:
1st Payment:
1107€ (shared room)
1230€ (single room)
2º payment until 5th March 2025:
2nd Payment:
1107€ (shared room)
1230€ (single room)
• It is advisable to book the plane after the final confirmation that the retreat will happen, or sooner until we have 10 participants.
• If we cannot gather the minimum participants of 10, the event can be canceled and the payments refund to the participants, less 50€ for cancelation costs.
3 full day Art Classes with Adolfo Serra
3 Dinners
3 Lunches
Yoga Class
Visit old rug factory
Wine tasting event
4 Nights Acommodation (with breakfast included)
Transport from Lisbon Airport to the Hotel (2 hours) and transport in the area.
THURSDAY, 19 June 2025
The bus will pick up the participants at Lisbon airport at 4 pm. It is advisable to arrive at Lisbon airport before 3.30 pm. The trip to Monsaraz, to the hotel at Telheiro, lasts 2 hours, so we will arrive at the hotel around 6 pm. A light dinner will be served at the hotel upon arrival.
FRIDAY, 20 June 2025
After breakfast at the hotel, we will have a 15 minute walk to the retreat centre “Sofia In Monsaraz” with our teacher around 9am. Once there we will introduce ourselves in a welcome session before starting the first class at 10 am. Adolfo will offer a short introduction into his artistic background and practice. We will also discover the importance of looking to capture our inner world and the way we see the outside world.
After lunch in the garden, we’ll head back to the studio for our second painting session. We will explore how to materialise our ideas and concepts in illustrations by playing with techniques and materials from a different perspective. In the afternoon we will travel to the castle where dinner will be served at a local restaurant.
SATURDAY, 21 June 2025
Session 3 will be offered in the village of Monsaraz. There we will use the environment, the observation of what surrounds us as inspiration to generate new ideas and create in a free and surprising way. The shapes, geometries, nature and the elements that we will observe will be the beginning of a new story or illustration to accustom your mind to the search for beauty and ideas through the everyday. After lunch at a local restaurant, we will travel to an old rug factory and then we visit the lake, where you can swim, chat with your new friends or indulge in a relaxed, informal sketching session in nature. Then we will travel back to the hotel where participants make their own dinner arrangements.
SUNDAY, 22 June 2025
After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll gather again around 9 am for our 15 minute walk to the retreat center “SIM” with Adolfo. Before beginning painting you’re invited (but not required) to enjoy 30 minutes of yoga.
The 4th and final session also involves putting into practice all that you have learnt throughout the previous exercises, Adolfo will guide and demonstrate the process of creating or constructing an illustration by sharing knowledge and advice. Then begins the individual process of each participant to create an illustration that vibrates with your inner world and themes that you like.
After lunch in the garden, we’ll have an informal “mini group show” to appreciate the original artworks created during the retreat and to reflect on our artistic experiences. Before ending the day we will appreciate some Portuguese wines, selected by a local sommelier. During our last evening together, you’ll enjoy dinner at a local restaurant with your new friends while reliving the best moments of your experience here in Monsaraz.
MONDAY, 23 June 2025
Everything is organised to detail so that nothing will prevent you from enjoying all the peace and quiet of the Alentejo.
All the rooms have air conditioning, full and private bathroom, shared or private balcony and outdoor access.
This accommodation is a 15-minute walk from the workshop venue (SIM) and passes by the Bulhoa menhir (National Monument) and the Alentejo plain, ideal for reflection before starting work.
Shared Room:
1.800€ PP (+vat 23%, only 6 rooms available) = total 2.214€
Single Room:
2.000€ PP (+vat 23%) = total 2.460€
Paid 2 times:
Reservations:
1st Payment:
1107€ (shared room)
1230€ (single room)
2º payment until 5th March 2025:
2nd Payment:
1107€ (shared room)
1230€ (single room)
If you would like to make a direct booking: info@sofiainmonsaraz.site
Internacional roundtrip airfare, transport to the place, alcoholic drinks, activities not included in the itinery, hotel incidentals including room service, expenses during free time, laundry service and hotel bar, food and beverages not included in the itinerary. COVID-19 test, if applicable.
We require all participantes to have a personal travel insurance that at minimum covers medical emergencies and cancellations. We do not provide travel insurance for the retreat and each participant is required to have their own individual travel insurance. The place, where the retreat happens, has an Insurance that covers accidents. Will not be responsible for refunding any lost trip funds if you have to miss your scheduled trip.
We cannot guarantee to accommodate vegan, gluten free or dairy/egg free, and some allergies. We are unable to accommodate participants with severe food allergies or food intolerances. Please contact us in advance of registering if you have any dietary questions
It will start when arriving at the hotel, Thursday evening and finish when you leave the hotel, by Monday morning. We are not responsible for any non-retreat activity that a participant decides to purchase outside of the retreat and such activity will not form part of the participant’s contract with us. The bus transport is insurance secure.
This retreat includes a walking tour where the ground may be uneven. You may be on your feet for several hours at a time and should be comfortable with walking.
The supplies list will be comunicated a few months before the event.
In this event we will accept up to 15 people. The event does not include spouses, partners or friends if they are not taking the workshop.Please contact us if you would like to bring a non-participant partner.
If we cannot gather the minimum participants of 10, the event can be cancelled, and the payments refunded to the participants.
Other questions about this retreat please contact: info@sofiainmonsaraz.site
For more info or questions please consult here our Terms & Conditions.
Rua do Chafariz, nº 6 Aldeia do Outeiro
7200-179 Reguengos de Monsaraz
(+351) 266 557 091
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