"Atlantic Coastline" ©2021 Niki Gulley
9" x 12" textured oil painting
Portugal Art Trek:
Plein Air Painting and Photography Workshop led by Niki Gulley and Scott Williams
Day 1 - Cascais
Once we finished researching our 2022 Art Trek to Alsace, France, we flew to Portugal to begin leading this summer's Art Trek to our intrepid group. Our first afternoon was rather leisurely since most of our group was arriving from the United States and shaking off their jet lag. So once everyone checked into our oceanside hotel and took a short nap, we set out on a walking tour of our home base town, Cascais. The Atlantic Ocean hugs its coastline, and there is a great walking trail all along the city. Above, you can see how I wanted to capture the gorgeous rock formations and the beautiful colors in the ocean.
After finishing taking in the beautiful scenery along the water, we wandered the maze of tiled streets throughout town, soaking in the architecture and energy, and finished the night with a delicious dinner of Portuguese tapas. A great way to start the trip!
View from our hotel
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If you'd like to join us on one of upcoming Art Treks, including one to Alsace, France next August or on our Foodie Trek to Tuscany, please let us know.
Alsace, France - Aug. 2022
Tuscany Foodie Trek - Oct. 2022
For more information on upcoming Art Treks, please visit http://www.ArtTreks.org.
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