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' White village with cows '

Mixed media on board Painting by Rana J Rodger © www.ranapix.co.uk.
Here are a  painting I created while living in the foothills of the Alpujarran mountain range in Andalucia S Spain.
The landscape is incredible with acres of olive groves, orange trees, white villages gracing the hills in endless interesting shapes and forms.
The air is hot and dry and dusty...from the distance you can hear dogs barking in a village miles away...up above a large bird hovers and swoops.
In the far distance I can see the sea that will take me to Africa.

ART HOLIDAYS THIS SUMMER AND AUTUMN
with Rana J Rodger: www.ranapix.co.uk
At THE ALCHEMY GARDEN IN SW France
Ideal for those who lack confidence or who think that they cannot paint!
Rana's classes are fun and inspiring.....
You will experiment with varoius different textures and mediums to find your own unique style.
Rana believes that there is an artist within us all just waiting for the right environment and opportunity to emerge.
The week takes place in a unique nature sanctuary with magical wood, gardens and pool and includes three delicious meals each day ....and the famous MAGICAL MYSTERY TOUR
Price for the entire week including meals and tuition 490 pounds per person or 950 pounds for couples sharing a room.
Book now to reserve your place.

Rana's Magical Mystery tours

If you come to stay at The Alchemy Garden you will undoubtedly be invited on the Magical Mystery tour where Rana will take you to visit caves... waterfalls...the bamboo forest...and ancient pathways following the spectacular Aveyron river and gorge.
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I m sharng this song ... recently created by my friend Imogen O'Connor from Ireland.

The bee orchids are back!

These plants are remarkable in that they successfully reproduce through pseudocopulation, that is, their flowers mimic female insects to such a degree that amorous males are fooled into mating with the flowers, thereby pollinating them.

The Alchemy Garden is a nature sanctuary set deep within the French countryside of the Tarn-et-Garonne in S W France.
It attracts nature lovers from all over the world: artists, writers, walkers and those involved in the healing arts.
It is a loving and joyful place that inspires creativity and inspiration.
You can come on retreat here or come on one of our themed holidays: http://themedholidayideas.com/?page_id=7039