The Open Studio Art Retreat

Life in Watercolor

Set against the poetic backdrop of Hoi An’s ancient streets, rivers, and villages, this retreat combines beginner-friendly urban sketching and watercolor workshops with morning yoga, cultural outings, and shared meals prepared from fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Throughout the week, you’ll move between focused studio workshops, sketch walks, cultural outings and open studio hours, with plenty of time to explore at your own pace - from cycling through the rice paddies to sipping coffee at a nearby cafe or heading down to the beach between sessions. In the studio and out on the streets, you’ll learn to observe, sketch, and paint directly from life - filling your pages with everyday scenes and atmosphere of Hoi An.

By the end of the week, you’ll leave not just with new skills, but with a sketchbook full of memories, colors, and moments you captured yourself.

No previous drawing or painting experience is required. The focus is on practice, process, and enjoyment rather than perfection.

“I don’t do art for the masses. I do art to show my heart.”

• “I don’t do art for the masses. I do art to show my heart.” •

- Ai Weiwei

What’s Included in This Package:

✔ 6 nights / 7 days accommodation at The Interlude

✔ 7 guided art workshops, including all materials used during the sessions

✔ Sketchbook, sketch pen, and a small travel watercolor set to take home

✔ Unlimited 24/7 access to the art studio, allowing time to work independently outside guided sessions

✔ Cultural & local experiences in Hoi An, woven naturally into the week:

Time spent sketching and observing everyday life in Hoi An’s Ancient Town
Visit Thanh Ha Pottery Village with hands-on ceramic workshop guided by local artisans
Guided walk through Tra Que Organic Vegetable Village, learning about traditional farming practices and the connection between land, food, and daily life

✔ Vietnamese cuisine as part of daily life at the retreat

Daily shared Vietnamese meals prepared with fresh, seasonal ingredients
A hands-on Vietnamese cooking class, learning to prepare traditional local dishes and explore the flavors and stories behind the cuisine