Q: What kind of people go on this type of holidays?
A: Mixture of all ages. Most of people on our holidays are fun and sociable. Interested in the art as a hobby and relaxing activity. Although they are serious about learning a creative discipline they also enjoy discovering new countries, culture, and enjoy local cuisine!
All our guests get on so well they often remain in touch long after the holiday.
Q: How intensive are SI holidays?
A: Part of the reason why our holidays are so fulfilling is because we always strike the right balance between painting activities and other relaxation time.
Q: How much time do I get with Vinko and his tutorials?
A: Six to eight hours per day .
Plenty of time for one-to-one talks.
If you prefer to "do your own thing" with only occasional advice that's ok.
Q: Is SI holiday physically strenuous?
A: No. The only physical activity on all our holiday is a short walk from the car to to places where we paint.
Q: Do I need to bring my own equipment ?
A: No. We supply everything you'll need, but you are more than welcome to bring your own tools if you wish.
Q: How much does it cost ?
A: Prices start at £150 per person.

As an Artist he started to exhibit his paintings in some of the best Art Galleries in Croatia, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, USA, UK and Ireland ... and he won couple of Awards for his work.

For many years Vinko was teaching Art and Multimedia in High Schools and Colleges in Northern Ireland. He was also senior Lecturer for Graphic Design and 2D animation in Dundalk Institute Of Technology in Ireland.
He studied "Creative Studies" in Queens University in Belfast and "Digital Compositing for Film and Video" in Escape Studios in London, the biggest animation and special effects for film and television studio in Europe.

Vinko is a member of Artist Association Of Ireland, Association Of Illustrators and Cartoonist Club Of Great Britain.

Love for painting and photography in the last couple of years mixed with passion to share his enthusiasm, experience
and knowledge with others opened another chapter in his life. Studio Istria was born.
With roots in Istria where he spent most of his life he has also been residing in the region of beautiful Mourne Mountains
in N. Ireland for the past 20 years which have served as a creative inspiration for many artists and poets alike.
It was logical to choose these beautiful and picturesque parts of the world for Painting Holidays destinations.

Totally unique tutor with over thirty years in Art and Creative industry with abundance of experience, Vinko takes a light-hearted approach with his methods of teaching. For him, painting should be first and foremost - fun. He believes the best, the easiest and fastest way to learn is when you keep things simple. With maximum of 4 people - Vinko can dedicate more time to each of his guests. Vinko is very unorthodox teacher. Direct and with no complicated technical jargons.
His artwork embodies the traditional skills and styles and covers such diverse subjects as: landscapes, still life, portraiture, buildings/architecture and abstract. He works in all mediums.
He will be inspirational guide and tutor - there to encourage and support you along the way. He communicates in a way that is accessible, entertaining and engaging and he is not just there to teach, he is also your host, driver, butler, cultural
attaché, tourist guide, historian, food and wine expert.

Vinko works also as freelance artist/illustrator, designer and photographer.