MAGICAL MOROCCO
art retreat
For artists craving a slower pace, colour, and community.
Mirleft,
APRIL 19-26, 2026
RESERVE YOUR SPOT
Can you imagine waking up to the sound of waves, golden light filling the studio, and a circle of artists from around the world painting together?
Make that vision come true — join me in Morocco this spring for an immersive art retreat designed to renew your creativity and your spirit.
YOU'LL BE LOOKED AFTER
every step of the way
I know how important it is to feel safe and welcome when you travel abroad — especially if you’re coming solo.
That’s why I’ve partnered with an exclusive retreat organizer who will ensure every detail is looked after: from catering and comfortable accommodations to sightseeing and extra activities. This way, you can simply relax, create, and fully immerse yourself in the journey.
What You'll Be Learning
in-depth and with guidance
I’ll be teaching you a method bridges realism and abstraction, helping you create work that feels contemporary, authentic, and reflective of your own style.
This is the same method I’ve developed and refined over more than a decade — and has helped hundreds of artists (and myself) break free from stiffness and discover a bolder, more expressive way of painting.
Retreat Schedule
(subject to changes)
Day 1.
Arrival & Welcome Dinner
After check-in and settling into your room, everyone meets in the
evening for dinner and an introduction to the week ahead.
Day 2.
Painting Workshop starts
Studio set up followed by demonstrations and hands-on exploration of mixed media techniques.
You'll learn a fun way to prepare expressive abstract grounds and "Let Go".
Day 3.
Workshop Continues
The workshop focus is on mixing realistic skin tones and different approaches to realist portraiture.
Plenty of demos followed by self-paced study.
Day 4.
Paint or Chill
Morning painting session followed by optional leisure activities in the nearby coastal town.
Soak in the Moroccan light, local architecture, and atmosphere — perfect inspiration for your next work.
Day 5.
Workshop Day
A full day in the studio with tailored one-to-one feedback and live demonstrations on ad-hoc topics such as painting hair, hands and feet, or sourcing and manipulating references.
Optional: plein-air painting from the terrace or beach.
Day 6.
Paint or Play
Half-day painting followed by optional leisure experiences — from cultural excursions to poolside relaxation or even paragliding.
You’re free to rest, explore, or keep painting in the studio.
Day 7.
Final Show & Celebration
Morning reviews and personal feedback — we’ll look at how to keep growing after the retreat.
We close the week with a casual group exhibition and farewell dinner to celebrate your journey together.
Day 8.
Departure
Check-out and group transfer to Agadir Airport.
If you wish to extend your stay, we can help arrange extra nights or onward travel.
Our Accomodation
We’ll be staying in stunning ocean-front villas in Mirleft, blending Moroccan elegance with contemporary comfort. Think panoramic terraces, infinity pools, jacuzzis and sauna, sunlit lounges, and plenty of peaceful corners to paint, rest, or connect. The villas are designed to give us space for both creation and relaxation — all with breathtaking views of the sea.
What is Included
✓ airport transfers (Sunday 19th & 26th)
✓7 nights accomodation (19- 25 April)
✓all meals catered for by private chefs (breakfast, lunch, dinner) + soft drinks, teas, coffees and water
✓use of pool and extra amenities at the villas
✓45+ hours workshop and private tuition
✓private WhatsApp Group to connect / share before the event
Not Included
✓ extra activities (therapies, massages, excursions to nearby cities, sightseeing tours)
✓meals at restaurants / beyond workshops days
✓airport transfers / nights before the start date (19th April) or after (Sun 26th)
✓art supplies (ie oil paint, brushes, acrylics, panels or canvas)
What Past Participants Say...
"Our own style is coming through each painting"
She is able to work individually with each person and gets a feeling for what your strengths are and help you improve in places where you are struggling"
Nicky Stefanelli, (California)
"I love her demos"
...because she explains to you why she does something... To Rosso: "Bringthly Color Spirit, an expert in the guide, well-deserved of merit, and her knowledge well applied".
- Tia Marce (Texas)
"It's a lot of fun"
"This is my second workshop as a 'non-artist' supporting my partner. [...] It's been an amazing experience watching her (Penny) develop"
Bryan - accompanying partner, (UK)
Your pricing options
Choose the accommodation that best suits your stay:
Standard Single — Comfortable, smaller private room with all amenities included.
Large Single — Extra-spacious room with panoramic views and a private bathroom.
Each villa includes several bathrooms — typically one for almost every room. Rooms can also be arranged as twin share (for participants travelling together or accompanying partners not taking the workshop).
A 30% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place, with the remaining balance due 60 days before the retreat begins.
Standard Single
£2400
per person
- reserve with 30% deposit (£720)
- pay in full by 28 Feb. 26
Room with partner
£3100
Total for Two
- reserve with 30% deposit (£930)
- pay in full by 28 Feb. 26
FAQ
What’s the closest airport?
Can I come with a partner who isn’t taking the workshop?
Are vegetarian or dietary requirements catered for?
What should I bring?
Can I arrive earlier or stay longer?
More Questions?
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email me at [email protected] or message me on Instagram . You can find me there as @rossoartist
A bit of my story, and why this retreat.
I’m Rosso — an artist, educator, and passionate connector of creative souls. I love bringing together artists from around the world, merging my love for painting, travel, and meaningful human exchange.
I organised my first art retreat in Sicily in 2022, and it was received with such joy and enthusiasm that it became the beginning of something special. Since then, I’ve hosted four more retreats, beside my own urban workshops, and the list is growing.
These retreats have grown into annual (and sometimes biannual) gatherings — weeks filled with painting, laughter, exploration, and that rare feeling of freedom where everyone is welcome, no one is judged, and creativity flows naturally.
For me, these experiences are more than workshops — they’re a chance to reconnect with the playful, curious side of art, to grow together, and to be reminded why we fell in love with creating in the first place.
I’ve guided hundreds of artists in person and over 500 online, helping them not only improve their skills but rediscover their confidence and joy in painting.
Beyond teaching, I continue to paint and exhibit internationally. You can explore my latest work at www.rossoart.net and on my Instagram @rossoartist
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