In preparation for the Art Monastery Project’s Boston fundraiser (this Thursday, 6-9pm at the Boston Conservatory Theater), I made a brochure for the Santa Brigida, the Art Monastery’s Guest Center for Creativity Learning.  Here’s the inside:

I was there a couple weeks ago, and I can vouch that the place is pretty amazing.  

Nestled deep in the olive groves outside the picturesque mediæval hilltown of Calvi dell’Umbria, set between the valley of the ancient Tiber and forestclad Mt. San Pancrazio, the Santa Brigida invites you to relax and grow. 

The exquisitely restored buildings are furnished with a blend of artfully chosen antiques and modern amenities to provide a serene haven out of time. You can soak in the sun by the “infinity pool” whose horizon blends into an expanse of rolling hills, dotted with distant ruins and the farmhouses of the local artisanal producers.

You can unwind on its stone terrace over a bottle of local vino after returning from a day exploring Italy’s cultural heritage. Calvi is centrally located amidst the mediæval treasures of Orvieto, Spoleto, and Assisi, and the breathtaking volcanic lakes of Bolsena and Trasimeno. You are also less than an hour away from the unforgettable monuments, churches, and museums of Rome, the Eternal City.

The Santa Brigida will host workshops and master classes to fuel your passion for a range of subjects in art and the art of living. The small class sizes ensure attention to your personal inspiration and learning. Programs will include:

• Courses to more deeply experience Italian culture: from Italian cooking and wine tasting to architecture and art history;
• Workshops to amplify creativity and harmonize body and mind:from yoga and dance to writing and theatre;
• Master classes inspired by Italian traditions:from printmaking and painting to Gregorian chant and other music genres.

For information on upcoming workshops and to book visits to the SantaBrigida please visit:www.cartolinatours.com/pages/santabrigida.htm