Packing To Paint In Italy

[@pagewhite61]

Yesterday I was in a Patreon Zoom drawing session with someone who had been in your Italy painting retreat! She has so many nice things to say about the experience, about you, and about Grady’s shade-finding skills. 😊

[@sandihester]

Ohhhh that’s awesome!

[@abnormalarts5557]

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[@authorrin7086]

I literally CANNOT WAIT to hear all about your trip and see all the beautiful art!!!!!

[@sandihester]

I can’t wait to share it all 🤗❤️

[@impish22]

My happy place is when Sandi shows up on Friday to bring all the color to my world !

[@sandihester]

🥰❤️❤️❤️

[@sandrafisherhayes3219]

Yes! Mine too 😊❤

[@oaklingsluciapara]

Sandi now we need a video where you show us what you did and di not use !

[@sandihester]

True!

[@shelleoshelle7252]

Thank you Sandi. I look forward to seeing anything you film in Italy. You are a gift of inspiration.

[@sandihester]

Thank you so much!

[@kanamichelle7404]

Oh have so much fun, Sandi and Grady! Cannot wait to see all of your work and hear about the trip!😃

[@firdyk]

Looking forward to seeing how your art retreat went

[@megperry5586]

Love seeing what you are bringing. Your participants are so lucky to have you for 2 weeks!

[@TracieWho]

i found myself judging you on the sheer quantity of art supplies you are bringing. Then I looked at my own pile of supplies for a 4-day camping trip. OMG....If I can't leave my studio behind for 4 days, what would I do if faced for 2 weeks? Have fun and get you better get Grady on some muscle building supplements! haha You are adorable and I will never judge you (or anyone else) for bringing your studio with you again. Our biggest fear must never be realized...running out of art supplies! lol

[@sandihester]

😂😂😂

[@elainebrenner9350]

Wishing you and Grady safe travels. I hope you have a fabulous time!

[@lynnhardaker5466]

Wishing you and Grady and all the participants a fabulous time, Sandi. Can't wait to see the video afterwards!

[@Anita-et8lb]

Safe journey and looking forward for your return and hearing all about your Italian art excursions, Enjoy!

[@kcnolan3258]

This video is so fun! I don't mean to be greedy, but I'd be so interested in seeing how you pack everything, like in what luggage and how you stuff it/arrange it in there. 😊❤

[@lleehome]

I was thinking the same thing

[@redandpink219]

Some great tips there, Sandi. Can't wait to see bits of the trip and some of the art!

[@caroldrummond1389]

have a wonderful trip and painting experience in Italy!! xx

[@melissaamyx2196]

Love, love, love this video! Have tons of fun in Italy, cant wait to see all about it!

[@Kathy.Cooksey6]

I look forward to hearing how your paints survived the travels. It looked like fun!

[@scoanime]

Glad to hear that it was a success. Can't wait to see all of the artwork

[@sandihester]

Can’t wait to share!

[@joannrabideau1657]

I was so happy to see your video pop up. I just got home from having hand surgery today so I am going to have to live vicariously thru your videos for a few weeks. Can’t wait to see pictures of your trip ❤

[@sandihester]

I hope the videos can help keep you occupied during this season

[@ChantelleArts]

hope you have a wonderful trip! 🥰

[@artistikitty]

Hope you (& Grady) have the time of your life❣️😊

[@ogposhgeek1735]

Next time, what about staying in a hotel the first night and having some of your supplies shipped ahead in the care of/to the hotel? You could always take your essentials with you personally! Hope you had a spectacular trip 😸

[@emanuelagiorgini4451]

Sei preparata bene! Buon viaggio e buon divertimento .😊❤❤

[@thompson_jules0]

It always makes me happy when I get a Sandi notification😊 Love watching you prep your travel supplies and your decision making process……that gouache palette is lovely😍 Really looking forward to seeing all the videos about your trip, I bet it was amazing🧡

[@sandihester]

It was sooooo amazing!

[@jodiepugh8529]

I’m looking forward to the follow up video to see what you used, I always struggle knowing what to pack on overseas trips.

[@sandihester]

Packing is so hard! I did a good job though!

[@CS-8924]

A big thank you for your video. So much stuff for Grady to carry😂. Good job Grady. I have to pack now for a mountain trip. Only some paper and some watercolours. 🤣

[@sandihester]

😂

[@aekorfker]

I love thinking about what to bring on trips, zooming in on your absolute favorites and thinking about all the possibilities🤗 I hope your selection is working very well for you and that you are having a great time (what a luxury to still get a video while you’re away!)

[@sandihester]

I’m actually back now and am a week late getting a video out. But the trip was amazing!!!!

[@aekorfker]

@@sandihester I had noticed the missing week (of course! ;)) , but still with all the work from the trip.. Ah I’m so glad you had such a good time 😃🙏

[@luvurobert]

Thanks for sharing what you're bringing on the big trip! BTW, I love your gouache palette color, too!! Lovely 🥰

[@sandihester]

I was so happy with my gouache palette 🤗

[@firefly-glow]

Bon Voyage, Sandi! I am so excited for you...and to see your videos when you get back. If you ever go to France, I'm in! :D

[@sandihester]

Deal!

[@reeseosbornestudios]

Sandi, I'm so glad to see you back safe and sound. I cant wait to settle in with something warm to soak your inspiration with this new video! I too cant wait to hear about the details of the trip! Hugs!!!!❤🎉

[@sandihester]

I’ll be share a couple more videos about the trip and can’t wait to share!

[@gailwynn3637]

Hi Sandi,, just picked up a copy of In Her Studio and saw your article. It was wonderful just like you. I had the joy of being published a long time ago in Somerset Studio, it's a great feeling isn't it? Congratulations!

[@Carol-ny2pp]

Definitely your Neocolour 11!

[@maddietighe5881]

I can't wait to see your trip work!

[@sandihester]

I can’t wait to share it!!

[@bluewren65]

I'm frankly shocked by the restraint! 🤣. Like everyone else I'm excited to see what went on at the retreat.

[@sandihester]

😂😂😂 me too!!!

[@parkametrist7165]

The place in Italy that's looking out on an ocean has not yet been discovered by the Italians themselves, LOL. I'm looking forward to your next video.

[@sandihester]

😂

[@sandrafisherhayes3219]

I always look forward to your posts Sandi ❤ because 1) your prep is always so helpful and I love when you colour swatch your supplies 2) I am always inspired 3) your videos always cheer me up and last but certainly not least 4) my urge to paint and play is super strong ❤😁 so thank you from the bottom of my heart ❤ and Grady too 😊 love you both 💖

[@sandihester]

What an encouraging comment to get! Thanks so much for sharing that ❤️

[@sandrafisherhayes3219]

@@sandihester ❤🌹

[@JoAnneSmith-di8ok]

This was a good one. I hope you both have a wonderful time. Stay safe. ❤😊

[@sandihester]

Oh good! Thank you!

[@blessayo.blessing]

I’m so happy you posted today. I’ve always wanted to go to Italy. To get my gouache to not crack, I add about two or three drops of glycerin and mix it into the pan with the paint. It always works for me. But don’t add too much glycerin because then you turn it into a watercolor. 😅 I cant wait to hear about your trip. Do you still use the nova paints? Ive been waiting to hear your thoughts on them.

[@sandihester]

I didn’t have any issues at all with my gouache doing it the way I mentioned in the video. But that’s funny about turning them into watercolor 😂. I don’t use Nova much. They’re not my favorite because they try out quite quickly

[@liesbethartlife]

Love seeing your preparing for the trip! I find it kind of funny that you pack paper that’s ‘made in Italy’ to a trip to Italy 😂

[@sandihester]

That is funny!

[@makeishiagrant5602]

I absolutely love your videos! Your just so down to earth! Some kinda way i can see myself packing Everything as well!😂😂 But hopefully they at least provide paper towels😂 but you just never know soo i would unroll them to make them flat Then Bam room for more stuff😂😂

[@sandihester]

I was so glad I took paper towels!!!

[@stacyg8847]

Thank you for sharing. Safe travels. How do you keep the acrylic paint in the plastic container from coming out during the flight? Peace.

[@DanaBarbieri]

Yay. Will you be doing an online version by any chance?

[@panvibox9992]

For paper towels you can take out the cardboard insert and make the roll flat. 😊

[@sandihester]

Great idea!

[@kymcrowart7876]

So happy to see a video from you up today….

[@sandihester]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@cindypatterson8157]

I'm so excited

[@sandihester]

🤗

[@maryahrens5187]

They do have art stores in Italy. Might be to late for this suggestion. I did a 5 week painting session in France and I know that I had to pay extra due to weight of bags. Difficult decisions.

[@oaklingsluciapara]

Sandi! Just watching you makes wanna paint!

[@sandihester]

So glad!!!!!

[@easmith1637]

Great video! Interesting explanation about the portable Tupperware "palette"! How do you keep the cardboard dividers from hardening/wicking color out of the acrylic (even if you spritz with water)?

[@sandfly60]

The painting on the cover of your handmade sketchbook reminds me of Paul Gauguin.

[@polgara28]

Have a blast, be safe, and gather a lifetime of creative inspiration! Hopefully Sherpa Grady has a ton of fun, too!

[@sandihester]

He did 😉🤗

[@salome10011]

Italy has FANTASTIC art supply stores! Don’t feel like you won’t get to enjoy that. ❤ look up the videos here on KZbin about the art supply stores in Italy. 🇮🇹 😅

[@sandihester]

Oh man, I didn’t get to go to any because both places we stayed were very remote

[@Peaceful-Space]

can't wait to watch this lol

[@Bonnie-r4b]

Have fun!

[@HouseofFloraMay]

Keen to see how your trip went beautiful! Also, how was taking the paint etc with the luggage? Were there any issues with taking, not so much with the spillage. When you pulled out the big easel, I cracked up! Bellisimo! x

[@sandihester]

No issues at all with the paint. I’m glad that gave you a laugh with the big easel! Wish you could have seen Grady’s eyes when he saw it 🤣😅

[@DanaBarbieri]

Hi Sandi. I looked on your website to see if there was a link to the paint pots that you show here, and I don't see anything. Could you share when you have a chance? Thanks so much.

[@sevresblue]

What is that easel?Also... do you paint on location and how do you bring water?

[@whimsyandsparkle]

When will be your next retreat? I want to go!!

[@sandihester]

I always announce it first on my substack blog. Make sure to sign up there so you can find out first

[@liesbethartlife]

Poor poor Grady 😂

[@sandihester]

😅

[@kathyhackney7950]

Can you link the pencil case that’s clear and clips to your sketchbook? I’ve looked for it everywhere and can’t find it anywhere

[@sandihester]

I’ll have to search too - it was a long time ago that I got it. I might have something on my substack blog about it. Check out the videos on there

[@ulrikaoskarsson1290]

I guess only a Swedish person can pronounce Kånken since it's Swedish, well kinda not , but it's like a game with words from the verb "kånka" carry around something really heavy and then turn it into a noun since it's a bag. 😊 Try to say the "å" like you would pronounce the "o" in ostrich ...kånken. easy peasy. 😂

[@elenoredanielsson6771]

😍❤️ 🎨

[@paulwoodford1984]

Long time no see. three weeks!

[@candy9986]

🤗 💕 🇮🇹.

[@marielouiseweeksb33attitud33]

Be careful with your liquid paints when they’re open as the pressure on the plane can make them seep out. I learned the hard way.

[@ivi122]

Sandi is “AN art workshop” not “A art workshop”

[@12snapper43]

Isn’t it possible to buy all that paper especially fabriano when you get to italy? It would save weight and your husbands humor.

[@sandihester]

We didn’t have a car while there and weren’t near any art supply stores unfortunately

[@cecilialofgren1396]

The pronunciation of Kånken is: KONKEN, short ”O”, not an ”A”.

[@CurlyHairArtistry]

Do you need an assistant to help with carrying, hair and eating?

[@sandihester]

😂 love this comment!

[@marymeyer8185]

Ziplock bags. Indispensable