CA1 14 - 23 January 2009 £1,095
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On the Exploration Path
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Michael Eales |
| Michael will lead the group on this overland adventure, and will give you the opportunity to explore your 'inner journey' and the possibilities of new thinking when we step away from our usual cultural reference points. As Martin Buber said 'Every journey has a secret destination of which the traveller is unaware'. He will run occasional sessions and meditations amid jungle and temples. |
Photography & Painting
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Kel Portman |
Walking through the many ancient temples of Angkor Wat and the jungles of Thailand offers artists and photographers stunning and memorable images, full of exotic shape, texture and colours. From intricate carvings, sculpure and monuments dating back to the 9th Century, Angkor Wat is a reminder of a complex and visually aware civilization.
Khao Yai National Park is a stunning habitat for all manner of wildlife and tropical flora. Seeing these amazing sites through an artists’ eye and creating your own images will make the experience even more memorable. During the jungle and temple tour, Kel will help you develop your painting, drawing and photographic skills, whether you’re a complete beginner or a totally confident artist.
With a mixture of practical projects and insightful feedback, Kel will offer participants the opportunity to develop their own personal creative response and understanding of this wonderful, complex and fragile environment. To get the most out of the course and the holiday, please contact us for advice on which art materials and cameras to bring. |
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| Rough Guide to What's On When: |
| Day 1: Arrive Bangkok. Group meeting at 19.00 at the Sofitel Silom Hotel. Optional group meal in outdoor restaurant with a display of Thai music and dancing. Guided walk to the Night Market. |
| Day 2: Travel to Khao Yai National Park for three nights in the Jungle House hotel. Get-together with Dinner. |
| Day 3: Early morning jungle walk and afternoon visit to the long drop waterfall featured in the film ‘The Beach’. Optional Night Safari. Kel will lead the group in sketching and photography. |
| Day 4: Morning courses. Optional Elephant Trekking or Bird Watching. Optional visit to local town Pakchong for shopping and photography. |
| Day 5: Travel to Poipet, the border town between Thailand and Cambodia and then to Siem Reap for 4 nights stay at five-star Sokha Angkor Resort. |
| Day 6: Visits to Angkor Wat, Phreah Khan and Neak Pean. Early evening visit to Ta Prohm. Evening meditation amongst the ruins. |
| Day 7: Demos. Whole day trip to Phrom Kulen, Banteay Sre and Banteay Samre. |
| Day 8: Visit Angkor Thom (Bayon temple, Baphuon, Elephant Terrace, Leper Terrace) or free morning in Siem Reap. After lunch visit Tonle Sap lake and take boat trip around the Floating Village, visit to Fine Art school (Artisan Angkor) to observe the making of traditional wood and stone carvings and lacquer ware. Visit to old Phsar Chas Market. |
| Day 9: Return to Bangkok stopping en route to visit the killing field in Svaysisophon. Free evening in Bangkok. Stay 1 night Sofitel Silom. |
| Day 10: Farewell Gathering. Free time. Return flights unless staying on for Thailand holiday commencing 25 January. |
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