Visual Arts Program

A legendary retreat for artists, poets, and composers seeking inspiration in its sublime beauty, the Amalfi Coast is a natural setting to explore the visual arts.

For centuries, the sweeping coastlines and rocky cliffs have drawn painters eager to capture the breathtaking landscapes. Ceramics artists have also flocked here to experience the centuries-old tradition of majolica ceramics still flourishing in many of the towns along the coast.

At the Amalfi Coast Music & Arts Festival, students are encouraged to explore the artistic traditions of the area while embarking on an intensive course of study.

The Visual Arts Program is designed to take advantage of the cultural riches in the area. Students will be able to tour an array of museums and architectural treasures, such as the Naples Archaeology Museum, the magnificently preserved Greek temples in Paestum, and the haunting ruins of Pompeii. Instructors will bring perspectives gained back into the classroom. Students may also be invited to visit local studios and meet Italian artists to exchange ideas and share techniques. An exhibit of student work is held at the end of each session.

Exploring Watercolor

Instructor

David Daniels

Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C.

Capture the essence of the beautiful Amalfi Coast in watercolor! Participants in this painting course will be encouraged to create plein air drawings, sketches and studies using the local scenery as inspiration, then return to the studio to further develop their reference material into completed paintings.

Tuition & Accommodations

The cost for tuition & accommodations is listed as one total fee, which includes tuition for class of your choice, hotel accommodations, art-related excursions at instructor’s discretion, daily concerts, and group transportation to and from Naples airport (on arrival and departure day at designated times).

For guests and auditors, click here for more information.

The meal plan provides daily dinners. We recommend this option as participants and faculty dine together, including when festival concerts are held in locations outside Maiori.

Excursions & Activities

Enhance your festival experience and enjoyment of the Amalfi Coast by taking advantage of the following available excursions and activities.

How to Apply

• Application deadline

  April 15, 2024

• Registration fee

  (non-refundable)
  $45

• Deposit

  (refundable in case of cancellation)
  $350
• Application form

1. Complete the online application form.

   • If you wish to register by mail, print and fill out the form.

2. Pay registration fee and deposit either electronically via PayPal* or by mail.

   • If paying by mail, enclose a check made out to Center for Musical Studies and send to:

     Center for Musical Studies
     724 Chesapeake Ave.
     Silver Spring, MD 20910

3. Applications are accepted until spaces are filled. Your participation in the program may not be considered confirmed until deposits are accepted by Center for Musical Studies and you have received a formal confirmation notification.

4. Balance of payment is due upon receipt of invoice, approximately 60 days before departure. Pay electronically via PayPal* or by mail using instructions above.

* Please note: A 4% service fee will be added to your total balance to cover the processing charges for online payment (Fee is 4.8% for foreign transactions, i.e. outside of the U.S.)

Cancellation Policy & Refunds

All cancellations must be made in writing by email. Phone calls or phone messages are not accepted.

If the festival is cancelled for any reason by the Amalfi Coast Music & Arts Festival, a full refund will be given, less the registration fee.

Travel insurance is strongly recommended for your protection in case of cancellation or trip interruption. No refunds are available for partial use of program.

The price of the program was established December 30, 2023, and may be subject to change due to significant currency fluctuation or inflation, taxes, surcharges imposed, and fare increases due to international political situations or natural disasters. Registrants will be notified by May 15, 2024 if the price increases and may withdraw without penalty if there is more than a 5% increase.

Deposit and tuition payment refunds are made according to the following schedule: