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Read this page carefully and in its entirety
BEFORe you register!

DO NOT purchase airline tickets prior to our confirmation the workshop is a go on March 30, 2026

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AIR FARE is NOT INCLUDED in the cost of the workshop. 

 

 

PLEASE NOTE!  All accommodations are based on double-occupancy (shared room/bath with another painting participant). If you want to bring along a painting buddy to share your room, please add their name to your info form in the space provided and have them submit one, as well. For more details see accommodation info below.

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Bringing your own art supplies is a necessity. Marla's supply list is below under "art supplies".

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HOW DO I REGISTER

To reserve your space, please pay your $500 deposit on the previous page and submit your information through the info form provided below the deposit button.

If you have a painting friend you'd like to bring along to share a room, please put their full name on your form AND have them submit their own deposit and form. Make sure your email address is correct when submitting the registration form. Please add  artensityworkshops@gmail.org to your email address book.

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Your space is considered "reserved" once your $500 deposit is received. You will be contacted by email within 24 hours to confirm your place in the workshop and a registration form will be sent for you to complete within 7 days. Your attendance is contingent on receipt of your completed and signed "Registration Form". 

 

The remaining tuition balance is due by March 30, 2026. 

Tuition balance is payable by Zelle, check or Bank transfers (bank fees are the responsibility of the participant. PayPal and credit cards are welcome, but the associated fees must be added on to the balance due).

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There are no refunds after the last day to cancel on March 30, 2026 for any reason as we are committed to our expenses at that point in time. For this reason, we RECOMMEND that you have travel insurance. Please check with your own insurance company as you may already have a policy in place or consider getting a quote from https://www.insuremytrip.com/

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Trip insurance is reasonably priced and gives great peace of mind.

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A WAIT LIST will be available in the order registrations are received. If a space opens and you're next on the list, you will be sent an email letting you know and you'll have 24 hours to respond before we move to the next person on the list. Please add artensityworkshops@gmail.com to your address book 

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WHAT HAPPENS IF A WORKSHOP IS CANCELLED?

In the event that the workshop is cancelled for any reason, all monies paid will be refunded, in full. If a workshop does not make up, we will notify you before the last day to cancel.  We do reserve the right to substitute an instructor of the same caliber for last minute emergencies where it's not possible to cancel. This is highly unlikely.

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Please DO NOT purchase airline tickets until after you receive confirmation from us that the workshop is a go on March 30, 2026  We are not responsible for non-refundable airline tickets or other travel arrangements in the event a workshop does not make up.

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We advise you to register as soon as possible as registration is limited to 12 participants. Registration is on a first come, first served basis.

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MORE QUESTIONS?

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GETTING AROUND FLORENCE

Walking is the best way to really see Florence and this workshop involves walking. Navigating cobblestone streets and climbing stairs is something you'll do daily so joining does require a certain amount of stamina. To attend the workshop participants should be able to walk unaided.

The city "walking" tour through the streets of Florence is several hours of walking.
 
Cabs are NOT included unless they are part of our itinerary. We will gladly help you order one, if needed. 

ACCOMMODATION

Your accommodation is in the Santo Spirito area of Florence. An updated ancient palazzo nestled in an area of artisans and locals. Accommodation is based on double occupancy (shared bedroom/bath). Shared bedrooms have twin beds. Each room is unique. Room assignment is based on first come, first served basis. 

An alternative to sharing a room with someone is to bring along a friend (you will be assigned a shared room with twin beds) or a partner/spouse (queen or twin beds available). Please add their name to your info form and have them pay their own deposit through the paypal deposit button. Reduced tuition for non-painting participants. 

ART SUPPLIES 

You will need to bring your own portable easel (no large French easels please) and paint supplies (list below). 

MARLA'S PASTEL SUPPLY LIST

ITINERARY 
A list of activities included in the workshop are listed on the workshop page. A detailed daily itinerary will be made available to students prior to the workshop. Itineraries are always subject to changes. 

Traveling to Florence, Italy

We recommend that you pack as light as possible as it makes for a more pleasant trip. 

All USA participants must possess a valid passport with an expiration date of at least 6 months after their departure from Italy (Schengen Treaty). It is absolutely necessary that your passport has the correct expiration date and at least two blank pages to accommodate entry and exit stamps. The passport must have been "issued" within the last 10 years. Info can be found at US Dept of State. If you're traveling from a country from outside the USA, it's your responsibility to know Italy's entry requirements.

Airfare is NOT included in the cost of the workshop. Participant must provide their own airfare to Florence, Italy
 
Florence - Peretola (FLR) is the airport you fly into.

You'll want to ARRIVE in Florence by early to mid-afternoon of May 16, 2026 which usually means leaving the USA the day before (May 15). Check in is at 2pm. Participants often fly in a day early to acclimate to the different time zone. We have not reserved extra nights, but feel free to ask us any questions you may have.

DEPARTURE is on May 23, 2026 by 11am. The hotel will store your bags if your departure is later.


Participants will need to take a cab on arrival from the airport to the hotel in Florence and back to the airport at departure.  We have found NOT having a set time for pickup from the airport eliminates participants having to wait at the airport and allows for complete flexibility in choosing their own arrival time.
 
The airport is not far from the hotel and cab fare is usually between 25-40 euro  We will provide you with detailed instructions prior to your arrival and we are always available by email or phone. The Florence airport is small and has only one area from which to exit where you will find plenty of cabs waiting. It's easy. We'll be waiting to greet you at the hotel!

Hoping you can JOIN us!

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