Andalusia, Spain · 3–8 May 2027
Watercolour
painting holiday
in Spain
The Colours of Andalucia
with Jurga Vilimaite
Make space for colour, connection and yourself.
3–8 May 2027 · Canillas de Albaida
The Colours of Andalucia
An architectural line-and-wash retreat with Jurga Vilimaite
Discover Andalusia’s whitewashed villages through four days of architectural line-and-wash painting. Explore expressive ink drawing and watercolour, with demonstrations and individual guidance. All painting levels welcome.
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Your tutor
Jurga Vilimaite
Internationally recognised watercolour artist
Jurga guides the group through atmosphere, colour, composition and personal visual language. Her approach is supportive, observant and suitable for mixed levels.
Watch a demonstration, try it for yourself, and receive individual guidance. Your learning can continue at home, with feedback from Jurga for up to one year after the retreat.
Reconnect Journeys · Spain 2027
Full programme
Discover Andalusia’s whitewashed villages through four days of architectural line-and-wash painting. Explore expressive ink drawing and watercolour, with demonstrations and individual guidance. All painting levels welcome.
Arrival
Settle into La Posada and meet the group over a welcome dinner.
Canillas de Albaida
Explore architectural line and wash through village streets, doorways and façades. Learn to simplify shapes and combine expressive lines with fresh watercolour.
Cómpeta
Paint Cómpeta’s architecture, exploring composition and perspective. Afterwards, enjoy a winery visit, four wines with tapas and a guided village walk.
Frigiliana
Capture whitewashed buildings, winding streets and light and shadow in line and wash. Discover the village’s history and local life on a guided walk.
Árchez
Develop your architectural painting through Árchez’s minaret tower and decorative details. Return to the villa for a guided tasting of four local extra virgin olive oils with bread, followed by a farewell dinner.
Departure
Breakfast, goodbyes and arranged airport transfers.
Your stay · La Posada
Five nights in your own single en-suite room at La Posada, with an outdoor pool and outdoor jacuzzi to enjoy between painting and exploring.
True connection through shared art
Previous Retreats
Real painting days, shared tables and time together in Spain.
Photographs from our 2024, 2025 and 2026 Spain retreats. These show previous retreats and accommodation, rather than La Posada.
Plan with confidence
The details that matter
A little preparation, then room to enjoy your time away.
Discuss rooms, flights, dietary needs and access requirements with Waheed before booking. Read the booking terms and ask for your cancellation and refund arrangements before paying.
Discuss your stay with Waheed →When is the retreat?
3–8 May 2027, with four painting days on 4–7 May.
What will we paint?
Architecture in Canillas de Albaida, Cómpeta, Frigiliana and Árchez, using ink and watercolour.
Is a single room included?
Five nights in your own single en-suite room at La Posada, with an outdoor pool and outdoor jacuzzi to enjoy between painting and exploring.
What is included in £2,200?
Five nights at La Posada in a single en-suite room. Outdoor pool and outdoor jacuzzi. Four architectural line-and-wash painting days with Jurga. All professional-grade painting materials. All meals and scheduled transfers. Cómpeta winery visit, wine tasting, tapas and guided walk. Frigiliana guided village walk. Olive oil tasting at the villa. Painting feedback from Jurga for up to one year afterwards.
Can beginners and solo travellers join?
Yes. All painting levels are welcome, with demonstrations and individual guidance.
How do I arrange transfers?
Share your proposed flight times with Waheed before booking flights so the included transfers can be coordinated.
Who handles bookings and requirements?
Reconnect Journeys manages bookings. Discuss dietary, allergy, mobility and room requirements with Waheed before paying.
What is excluded?
Flights, travel insurance and personal spending are separate.
What are the cancellation terms?
Please ask Waheed for the cancellation and refund arrangements before paying. Existing bookings retain the terms supplied with their confirmation.
Spain · 3–8 May 2027
Make time for
your painting.
Interested in joining us?
£2,200 per person, including five nights at La Posada, all meals, all painting materials and all transfers. Ask Waheed about availability, room options or anything you need to feel ready.
Sending an enquiry does not reserve a place or take payment.