Ready to paint in Como, Italy

A trip of a lifetime! Ten of us visited the Lake Como area of northern Italy to sketch and paint where Leonardo Da Vinci, Roman philosophers and even George Cluny have enjoyed this picturesque alpine lake.
In all of Italy, why the Lake Como Area?
Spectacular villas: A short ferry ride around the lake can take you to manicured gardens or ancient wild and natural beauty, or world renowned collections of art and flowering plants. So much in so small an area.
Moderate weather: Not to hot not to cold! We had a few days of rain, but it never stopped us.Warn enough for gelato, but no heat stroke!
Incredible food: We stayed at the lovely Villa Aurora and had 4 star authenic Italian meals every night!
The colors of Italy: Every town or village was clothed in colors for some of the most exciting photography ever! Around every corner awaited a view to be painted!
Initmate Italian experience: We traveled, shopped and ate with the friendly locals.
Incredible painting and sketching locations: Villa Melzi, Villa Carlotta, Varenna, Belagio, Mennagio
Additional Cultural high lights: Italian cooking lesson, visiting hill top castles, exploring ancient fishing villages and modern towns, Roman ruins, medieval churches,