THE HERMOSA INN

 

Arizona’s No. 1 resort hotel by Travel + Leisure

The Hermosa Inn has been named Arizona’s #1 Best Resort Hotel in the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2023, in addition to making the T+L 500, a directory of the 500 best hotels in the world.

CARRIE CURRAN, ARTIST IN RESIDENCE

Spend creative time, embracing the rich history and cherished ambiance of this historic Arizona Resort. Nestled in the foothills of Camelback Mountain in a peaceful, secluded environment in Paradise Valley, artist, Lon Magargee built his art studio/home on this inspiring property in the 1930’s. In keeping with the property’s artistic origins, a variety of scheduled art events and classes are offered by Carrie Curran at The Hermosa Inn:

  • Mimosa & Monet

  • Plein Air Class for Beginners

  • Private Lesson with Carrie

  • Custom Group Painting Events

MIMOSA & MONET SATURDAY MORNINGS

The eight-part painting series led by Carrie Curran, teaches everyone from enthusiastic beginners to emerging professionals to paint like the greats. Guests will enjoy a morning of entertaining art instruction while sipping mimosas, eating pastries and creating masterpieces in the stunning desert gardens. Accomplished artists will teach, inspire and guide painters on an artistic journey while learning to gracefully handle acrylic on canvas. Saturday morning classes will be held monthly, October-May.

Class Information:

Time: 9:30 am – 11:30 am

Cost: $120.00

Class fee includes instruction, all supplies, coffee, your first mimosa and delicious pastries. Class size is limited.

2024-2025 Classes:

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Plein Air Painting Workshop with Carrie Curran

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PLEIN AIR WORKSHOP

PAINT OUTDOORS

Outdoor painting – or plein air – was popularized by French painter Claude Monet and his fellow impressionists. Join critically acclaimed Plein Air painter Carrie Curran for this Artist in Residence luncheon, as she shares her passion for this art form while spreading the message of the ever-growing Plein Air movement. Whether a collector, experienced artist, novice, docent, or one just has the love of arts, Curran’s energetic approach to painting will inspire and evoke a powerful connection with plein air painting. She will also share expert advice on collecting, painting techniques, and a current collection of her plein air pieces will be on display and for sale in the boutique store.

Class Information:

Time: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Date: November 17th

Class size is limited.

2023 - 2024 Classes:

We are delighted to invite you to an exclusive two-day retreat at The Hermosa Inn, designed to inspire both your artistic and culinary senses. This unique experience, taking place from November 16th to November 18th, 2024, includes a Plein Air Painting Workshop and a gourmet culinary experience at LON's. On November 17th, from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, immerse yourself in the serene beauty of our garden during a painting workshop led by expert artist Carrie Curran. During the workshop, you'll receive pastries, fruit, coffee and juice. Following the workshop, from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM, join Executive Chef Brian Peterson at LON's for a complimentary cocktail and a selection of gourmet hand-passed appetizers.

by The Hermosa Inn

 

PRIVATE LESSONS WITH CARRIE

Book a private painting lessons with Carrie at the Hermosa Inn in personalized instruction with a picturesque setting.

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PRIVATE GROUP PAINTING PARTIES

Enjoy a fun and creative gathering with your friends, family, or colleagues at the Hermosa Inn.

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PLEIN AND SIMPLE WITH CARRIE CURRAN

Images Magazine, November 2017

By: Lara Piu

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