Kambaku Safari Lodge, Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, South Africa
In 2011, I began leading Art Safaris for Africa Geographic in South Africa. The safaris are designed for those who would like to learn, or improve, their wildlife sketching and painting skills. We have a maximum of 5 guests on each safari and they are suitable for any level. Non-sketching friends or partners are always very welcome.
On an Art Safari, much of our sketching is done from an open safari vehicle, giving guests unrestricted views of the numerous wildlife species. I sit in the middle row of seats, so I can easily communicate with everyone during drives. Drives take place in the early morning and late afternoon, optimal times for seeing wildlife. They last approximately two and a half to three hours each, with a stop midway for refreshments.
Back at the lodge in the midday hours, guests can take part in my art workshops. The workshops cover a variety of topics including watercolor & sketching techniques, how to add animals to a landscape, and how to use your sketches to create finished paintings. The sessions are friendly and informal, and everyone works at their own pace on their own choice of subject. Workshops usually run for 2 hours, to give guests time to relax before we set out on our afternoon drive.
“For anyone thinking about joining one of Alison’s art safaris, just do it!” Tracy M. 2023
“You know a trip has been great when you are sad to see it end and are already thinking about the next one shortly after.”
Christine O. 2022
Francine K. 2023
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