Stone Sculpting Art Classes At Sea!
Ray Goldenberg
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First-Ever Stone Sculpting Art Classes At Sea Debut On Crystal
Cruises’ 2006 World Cruise
Luxury Line to Offer Exclusive New Masterpiece Art Enrichment Program
LOS ANGELES CA
Five hundred pounds of Colorado alabaster is en route to Crystal
Serenity to be used in the first-ever stone sculpting art classes
offered aboard a cruise ship. Guests traveling aboard the luxury
cruise line's 11th annual World Cruise will sculpt the eight-pound
stones into personal treasures when an exclusive new Masterpiece Art
Program debuts on the 106-day odyssey traveling from Los Angeles to
London, January 18 - May 5, 2006.
The most comprehensive art program at sea, Crystal's Masterpiece Art
Program combines worldly destinations, regional style and personal
flair with an engaging course of progressive study in painting,
sculpture or crafts. As of August 2005, Crystal is offering on every
cruise art courses incorporating the unique attributes and art history
of the destination. The expanded Masterpiece Art Program will be
offered on the World Cruise and other two-week+ voyages.
"A large part of any travel experience is collecting artifacts, both
elaborate and simple, that truly reflect the personality of a
destination or the memory of an experience," says Kristin Turner,
Crystal's manager, entertainment. "With our Masterpiece Art Program
and art classes on every voyage, guests can create their own art
unique to their experience and personal style."
Inspired by the beauty of the world and the imaginations of its
guests, Crystal collaborated with long-time partner Linda Perlmutter,
owner of the highly regarded Odyssey Art Centers, to take art
enrichment to a new level with innovative programming and interactive
classes. With an emphasis on quality, only the finest supplies will be
used, including Daler-Rowney paints, professional grade paper,
Princeton and Loew-Cornell paint brushes, Sanford drawing pens, and
Model Magic clay.
Each of the seven World Cruise segments will spotlight a different art
form incorporating the artful nuances of the destination, with
professional instructors leading students on a progressive course of
study. For example, during the Australian segment, the teacher may
discuss aboriginal art and suggest ways for students to incorporate it
in their work.
The Masterpiece Art Program curriculum follows:
"Designer Decoupage." Guests design a Chanel-type handbag or treasure
box with Aztec and Inca artifacts and memorabilia collected during
their cruise.
* World Voyage I; Los Angeles to Lima, Peru; 14 days; January 18 -
February 1, 2006.
"Sensational Scrapbooking." Not just photos in an album, but a
coffee-table book showcasing the individual experiences of each guest
with the serene beauty of the South Pacific.
* World Voyage II; Lima to Papeete, Tahiti; 14 days; February 1 -
15.
"Fruits of the Field & Flowers of the Forest." Budding artists create
a relief using paper sculpture depicting the diverse natural beauty of
New Zealand and Australia.
* World Voyage III; Papeete to Melbourne, Australia; 16 days;
February 15 - March 4.
"A Vision of Eden." Guests try their hand at sculpting with clay as
they journey through the Indian Ocean en route to South Africa.
* World Voyage IV; Melbourne to Cape Town, South Africa; 19 days;
March 4 - 23.
"Wonderful Watercolor." In-depth instruction on color and technique
culminating with a framed painting - perhaps of Africa.
* World Voyage V; Cape Town to Dubai, UAE; 17 days; March 23 -
April 9.
"Stone Sculpture." Never before done at sea, novice sculptors learn to
transform an eight-pound piece of Colorado alabaster into a work of
art. Offered on two voyages using stones in shades of pink, gray and
white.
* World Voyage VI; Dubai to Rome, Italy; 15 days; April 9 - 24.
* World Voyage VII; Rome to London; 11 days; April 24 - May 5.
"With as many as 60 guests participating in our current art enrichment
classes, we expect the expanded Masterpiece Art Program to add a new
dimension to the World Cruise offering guests an opportunity to learn
about art in a very interactive and entertaining manner," noted
Turner.
The Masterpiece Art Program is the newest addition to the rich menu of
daytime and evening activities offered as part of the line's renowned
Crystal Visions® Enrichment Program. The 2006 World Cruise will again
showcase stars of the stage and screen, celebrated authors and
journalists, noted diplomats and ambassadors, and intriguing
scientists and explorers.
With a focus on choices and exceptional quality, World Cruise guests
have tremendous options for enrichment on every segment of the journey
with dedicated theme cruise programming featuring presentations by the
Smithsonian Associates and Sotheby's Institute, as well as a Film
Festival and Crystal's popular Wine & Food Festival.
The Award-winning Crystal Difference
Last month, Crystal received an unprecedented tenth consecutive
"World's Best" award from the readers of Travel + Leisure magazine,
attesting to the consistent excellence of its luxury travel
experience. With an emphasis on innovative product differentiation,
Crystal is distinguished by classic service, abundant space, extensive
choices, and superior quality, providing worldwide vacations that
bridge the best of land and sea.
The 940-guest, 50,000-ton Crystal Harmony and Crystal Symphony, and
the 1,080-guest, 68,000-ton Crystal Serenity, are among the most
spacious and luxurious vessels cruising in the luxury market. Their
unique size allows for smooth sailing and a wide range of facilities,
generous amenities and elegant staterooms, most with private verandah.
Their features include grand lounges, a lavish spa outfitted in
accordance with the principles of Feng Shui, state-of-the-art exercise
facilities, complimentary golf, yoga and Pilates instruction, Asian
and Italian specialty restaurants and extensive entertainment.
For reservations and additional information, please contact a travel
agent.
Tom K
--Tom
"Ray Goldenberg" <r...@lighthousetravel.com> wrote in message
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> Crystal VisionsŽ Enrichment Program. The 2006 World Cruise will again
clint
number? I remember my uncle(late)paited a picture of a mallard duck by
number. My aunt had it framed.
"Tom K" <tkan...@optonline.net> wrote in message
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Ray Goldenberg
wrote:
>As an amateur artist, that's something that I'd love to do.
Hi Tom,
They had classes last week when I was on the Island Princess.
Charles
<r...@lighthousetravel.com> wrote:
> They had classes last week when I was on the Island Princess.
They have pottery and ceramic classes.
--
Charles
Tom K
"clint" <boc...@hotmail.com> wrote in message
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>I am an amatuer painter.Do any of the ships(for seniors)offer painting by
>number?
How much would you have to TIP them?
Tom K
> On Thu, 29 Sep 2005 22:24:50 -0400, "Tom K" <tkan...@optonline.net>
> wrote:
>
>>As an amateur artist, that's something that I'd love to do.
>
> Hi Tom,
>
> They had classes last week when I was on the Island Princess.
Sculpture?
Not sure what you could do in a week... though in a 3 month cruise, you
could probably learn enough to do something decent (if you had some talent
to begin with).
--Tom
George Leppla
"clint" <boc...@hotmail.com> wrote
>I am an amatuer painter.
C'mon over to my house and I'll let you practice by painting my shed. Your
pallet will be limited but I don't care if you paint outside the lines.
--
George in PA http://www.countryside-travel.com
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