Linking Generations Through Art & Oral History Intergenerational Program
A partnership between Focus on the Masters & Exploritas (Formerly Elderhostel)

Register online or call Exploritas directly at 1-800-454-5768.
Registration must take place before March 21, 2010.

Full description of program
Full Itinerary

Join Donna Granata as she invites you to journey with her into the studios of some of the community’s most provocative artists. This experiential week-long art submersion program will create a bond with you and your grandchild that will last a lifetime.

Class dates: July 18 through July 23, 2010
Class conducted at the Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach
Commuter Price: $450 per adult, $375 per child - 6 days (note: no overnight accommodations or breakfasts are included with this option)
Overnight Guests Double Occupancy: $735 per adult, $660 per child - 5 nights 6 days

Tuition includes:
A week-long art submersion program that includes all art supplies, lectures, disposable camera, field trips, transportation to artist’s studios, 4 lunches and 5 dinners. Overnight guests include 5 breakfasts.

Art is a powerful process for revealing and representing a person’s individuality, vision and values to oneself and others. In this unique experience, gifted photographer Donna Granata guides grandparents and grandchildren on a profound journey of self discovery through a week of hands-on art work; photographic exploration; an oral history project; and inspiring encounters with local artists in their studios. The intensive process builds understanding and deepens relationships. The action takes place in the historic sea-side community of Ventura and neighboring Ojai, a haven for artists. No demonstrated artistic skill is required to engage in this program. Instead you and your grandchild will discover your own innate artistic abilities.

Grandparent(s) may bring 1-2 grandchild(ren) ages 12-14 years. Public transportation and chartered bus used on field trips. Walking up to 1 mile on field trip to artist studios.

Due to the unique nature of this program, the registration process requires special attention. To ensure proper enrollment, please call our Registration Services Department, toll-free, at 1-800-454-5768. Exploritas staff is available to assist you Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Eastern Time.