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Assisi, Italy Retreat
Set in the serene countryside near Assisi, this Italy retreat offers a refined, immersive creative experience rooted in beauty, history, and quiet inspiration. You’ll stay at an elegant countryside estate surrounded by rolling hills, open skies, and timeless Italian charm. With dedicated studio space and outdoor painting areas woven into the landscape, this retreat is designed for artists who want to create in a setting that feels both grounding and elevated.
Days will be a mix of focused art-making and curated excursions to towns and historic cities, where medieval streets, ancient architecture, and local culture provide endless inspiration. Whether painting outdoors, working in the studio, or sketching on location, you’ll be guided to respond to your surroundings with intention and depth. This retreat leans into slower rhythms, refined spaces, and a sense of presence—inviting you to create work that feels thoughtful, layered, and connected to place.
Evenings are spent enjoying beautifully prepared meals, reflecting on the day’s work, and connecting with fellow artists in a peaceful, luxurious setting. This is an experience that blends creative focus with the richness of Italy’s countryside and cultural heritage.
Eleven Inspiring Days in Italy
June 23rd - July 3rd, 2026
Meet Your Hosts
As the founding owner of Milan Art Institute, Elli has been a professional artist for three decades, inspiring a global community of artists to believe in themselves, push boundaries, and step into their artistic destiny.
Her passion for travel and art retreats fuels her mission to guide creative breakthroughs across continents, helping artists discover their voice and transform their passion into a fulfilling profession. Through her classes, Elli continues to lead the current Art Renaissance, empowering thousands to embrace their artistic potential.
Growing up in the vibrant metropolis and governmental hub of The Hague, Netherlands, along with a career in aviation, has profoundly influenced the work of internationally recognized artist Bianca Lever. She discovered her passion for art later in life, as if all those experiences were waiting for a creative outlet. This journey led her to pursue an art degree and dedicate herself to a career in the arts.
Bianca’s artistic process mirrors the way she lives—embracing contrasts, seeking new possibilities, and constantly evolving. She cherishes the solitude of her studio, where she overlooks the serene Italian hills, yet equally loves filling her countryside home with family and friends from around the world. Whether exploring charming Italian towns, indulging in exquisite cuisine, or sharing the finest local wines, she thrives in the balance of solitude and companionship—yin and yang, opposites that attract—just as they do in her paintings.
Lisa Cunningham, an internationally recognized artist from Ayrshire, Scotland, now thrives in the creative buzz of Glasgow. A self-taught rebel, she skipped the traditional art-school route, proving that passion can overcome any naysayer’s doubts about “making it” as an artist.
Her gran—a hilariously eccentric artist—taught Lisa to embrace creativity without limits. Summers were spent sketching castles; winters, watercoloring in a cozy kitchen. Those early lessons shaped her bold style, which now attracts collectors around the world.
Constantino, an oil painter and goldsmith, has been professionally creating art and jewelry for six years. His work blends classical techniques with unique imagery inspired by divine energy, spirituality, self-reflection, and a love for humanity.
Passionate about connecting with people from all walks of life, Constantino enjoys learning their stories. His teaching style is thorough and attentive, ensuring every question is answered.