Georgia
Watercolor on the Golden Isles
Program No. 8213RJ
Find inspiration in the beauty of Jekyll Island as you learn the art of watercolor, enjoying daily instruction, demonstrations and exercises to improve your confidence and technique.
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Participant Reviews
Based on 24 Reviews
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If you want to gain watercolor painting skills and insight, this class will lead you there. Jim is an accomplished painter and is dedicated to teaching his craft to others. In addition, the accomodations were comfortable and the food delicious.
— Review left April 15, 2025
The program was very helpful for all levels of skill, from no experience in watercolor to skilled painters. I have been to the RoadScholar watercolor house in the Poconos also, which I had considered the gold standard. This is right up there.
— Review left April 13, 2025
If you want to experience watercolor painting in an idyllic setting, this is the program for you. Jekyll Island is a beautiful place that is worth exploring. Jim, our artist teacher was simply the best.
— Review left April 5, 2025
A good introduction to watercolor painting in a beautiful location.
— Review left January 18, 2025
Learned lots of new watercolor techniques and Jekyll Island is beautiful!
— Review left April 26, 2024
Watercolor on the Golden Isles was a wonderful adventure in learning more about watercolor painting. Both Jim and JoAnn were excellent hosts. Jim presented our art lessons in an easy to understand manner, and JoAnn kept the program running smoothly. The hotel and meals were beyond delightful. I would recommend this program to anyone interested in watercolor paintingl
— Review left April 23, 2024
Jim Gensheer, Watercolor Teacher, never lost faith that we could learn this somewhat challenging medium. He taught us techniques we can take "on the road' with us. Very pleased with the outcome and that I attended. Joann Buisson also kept us well supported in so many ways. I hope there will be other opportunities just like this.
— Review left April 9, 2024
This was my favorite RS trip ever! Best hotel, best instructors, best place for friendships. I thought I knew a thing or two and quickly learned that I must have missed a lot! But the instructor ignored my shortcomings and brought me up to speed. Beautiful.
— Review left April 7, 2024
Outstanding program that's perfect for beginning and intermediate watercolorists, set on beautiful Jekyll Island. Program organizer JoAnn Buisson was great, and artist instructor Jim Gensheer was patient, demonstrated techniques clearly, and provided excellent supplies. Best of all, the other students were helpful and inspiring. This was my first RS program and other students (one of whom was taking her 29th RS class) said that they were always as well organized and educational as this one. I'm scouring the catalog to find more!
— Review left April 6, 2024
This was an excellent trip. What a joy to attend a watercolor course at a beautiful resort and great food. Well done.
— Review left March 18, 2024
Jim is a wonderful instructor. I have been painting for a while now and he taught me many new things !
— Review left January 29, 2024
I was hesitant about participating in th eprogram due to my age-concered about traveling alone, but I found very little problem.I had a wonderfut time, and found the "I never will quit learning.I am looking forward to maybe explore more "roads"
— Review left January 28, 2024
This was a really nice trip. The location is beautiful, the history is fascinating, the weather was perfect. The watercolor instruction was excellent. Plenty of time to explore on your own or stay back and paint. Highly recommend!
— Review left November 13, 2023
I really enjoyed this program. The instructor and coordinator were excellent and caring.The instructor was very patient and I learned a lot. The coordinator was very personable There was a good mixture between painting and 'exploring.' It was a wonderful learning vacation. .
— Review left November 11, 2023
This was a very good program and I enjoyed it enormously. We had a good teacher an exceptional group leader.
— Review left May 8, 2023
This was an absolutely beautiful place for a program!!! The Jekyll Island Club was charming & provided well for our needs. There was lots of painting time, but little instruction was provided. Probably not a great program for beginners. There is lots to do on the Island- historic tours, dolphin tours, a sea turtle hospital etc. Had a great time!
— Review left May 5, 2023
Watercolor on the Golden Isles takes place in the Jekyll Island Club (circa 1890s) where natural beauty surrounded us and the property was inspirational for our art projects. Anne Marie is a wonderful teacher, anticipated all our needs, and provided lots of equipment so that we didn't need to bring anything. The last-night art "show" sounded intimidating, but wasn't at all. Everyone worked to their own level and style and we all learned from each other. The hotel is old (in a good way) and my room was modern, large, and had everything I needed. The staff at JIC was ever-present and helpful. Have a drink in the bar at night in front of the fireplace for a "time-travel" treat.
— Review left January 28, 2023
Fabulous resort on a beautiful history filled island. Meals are delicious. When not painting, the hotel shuttle will take you anywhere on the island. Don't miss the trolley tour from the museum. Two must do things: A visit to Driftwood Beach at low tide and a trip to Faith Chapel with its 2 magnificent stained glass windows. Group leader JoAnn and art teacher AnnMarie are terrific. You'll be surprised by the beautiful paintings made in a few days.
— Review left December 3, 2019
What a perfect way for a New Englander to celebrate retirement! The semitropical setting with pale Spanish moss dripping from oaks, palmettos silhouetted against red sunsets over water, historic Victorian buildings renovated for visitors to this Georgia state park —were delightfully different from what I’m used to. Somehow we managed to paint ten pictures of various sizes (bookmarks, cards, to 8x10) in four days (first and last days are for travel). The teacher provided artist quality paper, paint, brushes, and masking materials — so I wish I hadn’t brought my own supplies that went untouched! There were 22 participants with widely ranging experience— from “never painted” to years of classes. Therefore, some were frustrated that the class was too fast or slow, complex or just review. However, most people had been educators or caregivers, so they had patience and understood the challenge. I wish our leader had been able to assist the teacher because she had a background in elementary art. Some ladies were recent widows or cancer survivors, so were there for the therapeutic benefits of a lovely setting, meeting interesting new acquaintances, and engaging in creative hands-on activities. The oldest and perkiest artist was 86! Our leader told us where the locals ate (yes!) after many hotel style buffets. I loved the whole week, from trying new techniques to taking home my souvenir pictures of the island. This was off season, so I’m glad I brought a warm vest and sweatshirt. Now I am initiated and looking forward to a second RS program!
— Review left November 30, 2019
A jewel for sure. The beauty of the island, the inn, the meals, the shuttle, tours, history and the class in watercolor is inspiring. Some experience in watercolor is suggested. The instructor and leader are exceptional. Might want to allow extra days to explore this beautiful area.
— Review left November 26, 2019
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— Review left November 23, 2019
This is a totally engaging class in an enchanting setting. I highly recommend this program.
— Review left November 23, 2019
A lovely location. Inspiring place to paint!
— Review left March 31, 2019
The group leader Joan and instructor Anne Marie were excellent. The location on Jekyll was lovely and historically so interesting. A fun and informative experience.
— Review left March 16, 2019
