Tips for preparing for your painting trip: What equipment and clothing you should take with you

Careful preparation will ensure that you can concentrate fully on your artistic break. In addition to the right clothing and basic travel utensils, the choice of painting materials is also crucial. Here are some helpful tips:

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Painting materials: Do you bring your own or do you buy them from us?

Canvases: You can bring your own canvases or purchase them directly from us (in advance). We have standard sizes and thicknesses. If you want something special, it's best to bring your own.

You can either bring your own painting utensils or we can use them for an extra charge. We provide the following material:

    • Filler
    • Acrylic paint
    • Brush
    • Filling
    • Scraps of paint
    • Water splashes
    • Coal
    • Chalk
    • All motif templates as inspiration

On site: Tables for the pouring technique (no easel required)

Clothing for painting: Comfortable painting clothes that can be colored + A warm fleece jacket (it can be cool in the morning, depending on the painting trip)

Clothing and equipment for activities outside of painting:

    • Weather-dependent clothing (sun & rain)
    • Comfortable shoes
    • Swimwear (optional depending on the painting trip)
    • Sun protection (hat, sun cream) and rain protection (rain jacket)
    • Backpack or bag for personal items

This checklist will help you get your creative break off to the best possible start!

I look forward to seeing you!

See you soon, Maria

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