Nov 4, 2018A Solo Slovenian Journey All About Ceramics and RelaxationKarolien is a Belgian restaurateur who has long been bitten by the travel bug, criss-crossing the globe alongside her husband. However, this time she was looking for a chance to set out on her own and go on a solo trip without her husband or a friend by her side…Travel9 min readTravel9 min read
Sep 21, 2018Rediscovering Inspiration While Photographing the Canary IslandsI really needed to be inspired again by a hobby I started years ago, but wanted to take it to a more serious and creative level. …Photography3 min readPhotography3 min read
Sep 21, 2018How to Avoid Classic Tourism Learning Ceramics in MajorcaI decided to do a VAWAA because I like to travel, and I like to feel at home while traveling. There are so many reasons why this was a fit for me: I live for creativity, I hope to meet creative people, I like to learn from people, I like…Art4 min readArt4 min read
Sep 3, 2018Escaping the City Grind for Ceramics in the Alps of SloveniaWe are both very busy. We also both love art and travel, and we are both creatives at heart. We heard about VAWAA from a relative, and the opportunity to explore a new country while learning a new skill seemed liked the perfect antidote to the grind of city life…Ceramics5 min readCeramics5 min read
Aug 1, 2018From the Studio to the Street: Making Murals in Buenos AiresStreet art was on Dutch painter Marleen’s bucket list for years, but she kept finding a reason to postpone it. When a trip to Bali with a friend got cancelled, however, she knew it was time to make the leap. A VAWAA in Buenos Aires with renowned street artist Pum…Travel9 min readTravel9 min read
Jul 27, 2018Learning By Doing: How This Aspiring Art Therapist Pursued Her Interest in Photo Printing Techniques in BerlinArt runs in Gabriella’s blood. Between studying art at university, practicing art forms such as painting and writing, and teaching herself photography, she’s a curious soul drawn to creative expression. A self-described “kinesthetic learner,” Gabriella isn’t content to learn by simply having someone talk to her. …Photography8 min readPhotography8 min read
Jul 25, 2018Learning to Live Unapologetically While Painting in EuropeFormerly a businesswoman and now a life coach, Sajili has spent the last several years living with curiosity and nourishing her spirit. Up until a few years ago, she had never been much of a traveler. Now, however, she is keen to explore the world and its infinite possibilities for…Life Lessons9 min readLife Lessons9 min read
Jul 4, 2018The Lost Art of ApprenticeshipIn the age of massive — and often unexpected — layoffs, how often do we wish we had practical skills that would provide us with income and give employ during hard times? Meanwhile, more and more people are willing to go back to a simpler lifestyle, consuming and spending less…Learning3 min readLearning3 min read
May 24, 2018Sunset Priest: Part TwoMelissa Hamlyn recently embarked on her first VAWAA: a clay and pottery getaway with Thomas at his Goa studio set amongst a beautiful rainforest. In addition to learning how to hand pinch and decorate clay, she partied with a Maharaj and some top notch local musicians at his prime beachside…Travel4 min readTravel4 min read
May 21, 2018Sunset Priest: Part OneMelissa Hamlyn recently embarked on her first VAWAA: a clay and pottery getaway with Thomas at his Goa studio set amongst a beautiful rainforest. In addition to learning how to hand pinch and decorate clay, she partied with a Maharaj and some top notch local musicians at his prime beachside…Travel6 min readTravel6 min read
