Johanne Bossmann retreat
a meditative painting retreat
This retreat is centered around a meditative painting practice.
You will work slowly, intuitively, and without pressure to perform or produce.
Using heavily diluted acrylics, water, transparency, and layering, we explore painting as a contemplative process rather than a result-driven activity. The focus is not on creating a “perfect” artwork, but on being present with color, movement, and flow.
Guided sessions alternate with quiet time for individual exploration, rest, and reflection. There is ample space to pause, observe, and allow things to unfold naturally.
No prior experience is required. This retreat is open to beginners and experienced painters alike.
retreat program
All the information you need to know exactly what to expect from this retreat.
ARRIVAL AND SLOWING DOWN
From 3:00 pm arrival and check-in
(no charges for earlier arrival)
6:00 pm Welcome get-together with local wines, providind an overview of the week and the exhibition on the final day
7:00 pm Dinner
9:00 am Breakfast
10:00 am – 12:30 pm Morning workshop: introduction, warming up, stretching and prepping the canvases
1:00 pm Buffet lunch
2:30 – 5:30 pm last finish to the canvases, mixing the paint and first test with water and paint
6:00 pm Relax
7:00 pm Dinner
9:00 am Breakfast
10:00 am – 12:30 pm Morning workshop: calming practice, introduction, first layers
1:00 pm Buffet lunch
2:30 – 5:30 pm continuing the layers & exploring different techniques
6:00 pm Relax
7:00 pm Dinner
9:00 am Breakfast
10:00 am – 12:30 pm Morning workshop: calming practice, continuing the layers
1:00 pm Buffet lunch
2:30-5:30 pm continuing the layers & painting session (optional by the beach)
6:00 pm Wine tasting at a local producer (optional)
7:00 pm Dinner
9:00 am Breakfast
10:00 am – 12:30 pm Morning workshop: continuing the layers & exploring different techniques
1:00 pm Buffet lunch
2:30-5:30 pm continuing the layers & exploring different techniques
6:00 pm Tour to Montefiore dell’ Aso
7:00 pm Dinner at Montefiore at a local pizzeria (included)
9:00 am Breakfast
10:00 am – 12:30 pm final workshop
1:00 pm lunch at Chiaraluce
3:00 pm FAREWELL MEETING: informal exhibition of works created during the week
7:00 pm Dinner
9:00 am Breakfast
10:00 am – 12:30 pm Check out
Johanne Bossmann
Johanne lives and works in Cologne.
She paints calm, meditative pictures with heavily diluted acrylic paints on canvas that, at first glance, look like watercolors.
Her painting process is calm, almost meditative, and this calmness is also transferred to the viewers of the works.
Often semi-abstract landscapes can be seen that invite the viewer to take a short break.
Her story:
After founding a bridal fashion label and running it for 18 years, she found her way back to painting during a deep life crisis.
She dreamed of starting to paint again and it was the best thing that could have happened to her. Creating something with her hands, being able to completely switch off her mind during the painting process, letting go and letting things happen on paper had a therapeutic healing effect on her and helped her through this difficult time.
This experience led her to study art therapy part-time, which she continue to do today. She finds it incredibly exciting and enriching to explore the impact of art, artistic creation, and the power of color on our well-being, our mind, and our soul. Many insights from her studies flow into her artistic work
does it cost?
We offer different pricing options based on your needs.
€1850
€1650 per person sharing
Non-painting partners are warmly welcomed and can join all cultural excursions, oil tastings and dining experiences included with a €250 of discount from the prices above
€1450 per person sharing
Non-painting partners are warmly welcomed and can join all cultural excursions, oil tastings and dining experiences included with a €250 of discount from the prices above
they’ll receive a €250 discount on the room and can explore all the activities available for them.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
- 5 days painting tuition
- 6 nights accomodation
- Material for 3 canvases (60x80cm, 50x50cm, 30x40cm), foundation, paint and supplies
- Ink, watercolor, paper and supplies for additional relaxing techniques with water and paint
- All meals with beverages
- Transfers from/to Pedaso train station or Ancona airport
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
- Transfers from/to the venue from other airport
- Airfares and travel insurance
- Additional art supplies
- Additional beverages outside meals
- Wine tasting
- Optional private sessions
- Personal expenses and souvenirs