“I have taken numerous trips with Bellissima Art Escapes, hosted and organized by Kathie Vezzani. Each and every trip has been a model of great organization, wonderful teachers, fun activities and divine locales. If you are thinking of taking an art-filled trip to someplace wonderful, look no further. I am sure Kathie has the perfect trip for you. ”

“Kathie thank you for everything you do and all the amazing creative workshops you host. Our world is a better place because of you.”

“As another “frequent flyer” I must give a warning...once you have done one trip you will want to do them ALL! She starts with the most amazing teachers and then adds magical settings, awesome meals, field trips, the most wonderful people and her flawless planning and execution. Kathie Vezzani’s Bellissima trips are the very best!”

“We had an amazing weekend art retreat at @bellissimaartescapes, exploring rusted paper techniques and turning our creations into stunning encaustic paintings. Kathie has crafted a truly inspiring studio—plenty of space to work, an incredible array of tools, and more art supplies than I could ever hope to own (yes, I’m a bit envious!).

To top it all off, we enjoyed delicious lunches by the gorgeous new pool—pure bliss.”

“Thank you for all that you do!
Best art experience of my life!”

“I have attended a number of Bellissima Art Escapes workshops, each with different artists. I always go home with something I’ve created that is interesting and unusual to add to my art collection at home. I have already signed up for my next workshop and am really looking forward to it!”

“The best art work shop I’ve ever attended in every capacity. Graceann Warn is the best instructor. Kathie keeps us working hard and playing hard. I highly recommend this class and organization!”

“I am truly honoured to have Kathie as my wonderful friend and workshop companion. It is no small feat to spend so many weeks on the trot with me but Kathie made it so much fun. We laughed, cried, hardly drew breath in between talking and I watched Kathie navigate all the organisation of our various workshop experiences with ease and grace. I truly think Bellissima Art Escapes offers the best travel and art experiences out there and I have had the pleasure of experiencing them both as student and tutor.”

“The experience of Bellissima Art Escapes are one of a kind! Kathie creates a space to be creative, food to feed your soul, a view into the culture, and a circle of like minded people. I love being a participant as well as a teacher.”

“I highly recommend Bellissima Art Escapes - Kathie J. Vezzani and Ana Elena Martinez are excellent planners and orchestrate fun and exciting workshops, activities, and exquisite dining. Everything we did in San Miguel de Allende appealed to all the senses and provided a wonderful community to create! Thanks so much, Kathie J. Vezzani and Ana Elena Martinez for providing our workshop group with the best of the best! It was an honor and privilege to teach “Powerful Design and Personal Color in Cold Wax/Oils” with Bellissima Art Escapes!!”

“I can attest to the fact that Kathie is an amazing tour leader. She opens doors to experiences that one would never have on their own. She makes everyone feel included, cared for, seen and heard.”

“I do love how Kathie puts a trip together! Having taught workshops in tons of locations, I found that Kathie has a special talent for not only sharing a beautiful place, taking care of every detail but also making each day and meal feel delightful, exciting and seamless. The images on her site, gathered from her trips are stunning… absolutely gorgeous!! Another great testament to her gift for organizing and leading these artful trips is that she gets many returning guests. I think when folks enjoy art, food, fun and learning together in an exotic location a grand bonding experience occurs that makes you want to join in again and again!”

“Kathie J. Vezzani organizes the best workshops EVER! Every detail is lovingly looked after. And she’s calm. That’s what amazes me. The workshops are to die for.”