"A special thanks to Rick and Phil, the masterminds who pulled it all off. I know it’s a busy time of year right now, but hope we can find a time to get together. In the meantime, let’s keep in touch. On a more personal note, I loved meeting all of you" Vicki G NYC - Amsterdam 2024
"Last year's trip to Italy was so terrific that I didn't think another one could ever live up to it. But I was wrong. Thanks Phil and Rick - you did it again. Great art, great hotel, great food, great food and of course great instruction. Plus a sing along to top if off! Phil, you were holding out on us in Italy!" Laura M. NYC -Amsterdam 2024
"Thank you a wonderful trip! and I think one of the highlight was the spontaneous singing of You Are My Sunshine in the elevator! We could not expected more! We saw a lot during this more we could think of! The guide and the drivers were the best Liz and I have ever encountered! It will be very difficult to duplicate! "
Christian and Liz D. Hudson NY - Cuba 2024
"Thanks, Phil. It was a wonderful trip." Pam C Dallas, TX - Cuba 2024
"Hola!
Thank YOU, Phil, for making this happen for us. And thank you, friends, for making this trip so joyous and fun for Stanley and me. I attribute Stanley’s incredible mobility and stamina to his exhilaration with being with so many people we truly love.
Thanks for the memories!!! Barry W. NYC Cuba 2024
"We can’t thank you enough for working out every detail to make our plein air painting trip to St. Remy de Provence a memorable adventure. The range of venues was impressive, including the asylum where Van Gogh produced 150 of his most famous works, the hilltop village of Gordes with its 180 degree views of a magnificent valley, a premier lavender museum, a picturesque vineyard w low mountains in the background, and of course the charming village of St Remy!
Our boutique historic Hotel Gounod was comfortable, included a wonderful lush garden and beautiful interiors, staffed by friendly, helpful professionals. I wish all our travels were so well put together! St. Remy will go down as one of our favorite trips of all time. Many thanks for all you did to make it so enjoyable and stress-free!"
Lin S. & John P. Austin, TX September-October 2023
"Hey, Phil, The trip to Florence was great. The Cavour Hotel was perfect — just a block from the Duomo. Rooftop terrace, great breakfast. And you also threw in the perfect weather, beautiful city, great art — couldn’t ask for much more." Tom H Florence, Italy April 2023
“Phil, thank you for leading our trip to Firenze: the museums, camaraderie, learning, art-practice, food, accommodations were very good . . . Feeling transformed & inspired!” Vincent D - Florence, Italy April 2023
"Hi Phil Just wanted to say how much I enjoyed the trip — it really was the greatest." Laura M Florence, Italy April 2023
"Phil, Thank you again for a terrific time in Florence. Glad that you arrived home safely, and your luggage caught up to you.
Stay in touch, Bill M
"You did a great job arranging and organizing all of this. I know it was a challenge and we appreciate your efforts and guidance". Tony and April B Sherry Camhy Cuba January 2023
"What a wonderful trip and memory. I went through some pictures I took, it seems a different world already. I would never have visited Cuba without your fearless leading. It takes an adventurous heart to visit a foreign country.
My best part of the trip is the lunch at vinales. So beautiful and peaceful. I was thinking for a moment maybe I could move there.." Xueyan - Sherry Camhy Cuba January 2023
"You did a fabulous job of planning and managing the Masi workshop. Kudos to you! Antonio Masi NYC workshop Maureen B. Dallas, TX
"Dear Phil, Thank you very much for putting together our workshop. Special thank you for carrying my bag (!). We missed you too.
Please continue with your very informative and humorous Newsletter.
Looking forward to our new workshops". Larisa Y. Antonio Masi NYC workshop
"it was stressful to keep things together BUT YOU DID IT! and you did a fine job." Sherry NY Thimble Islands Sherry Camhy workshop
"I loved every minute. A perfect mini-vacay. You did a wonderful job. Gracias Susana NY Thimble Islands Sherry Camhy workshop
"You were very accommodating. I enjoyed the cruise and interesting tours. For me, the change of scenery in a pretty and unusual place, mixed in with painting and some laughs, was just what I needed.!" Lynne NYC Thimble Islands Sherry Camhy workshop
Phil, Here is wishing you a Happy Easter Holiday. May it be somewhat different than the past quarantine days.
During this stressful boring days the most beautiful memorable part of life that passes through my mind are the wonderful art trips and artists met on art workshops.
Thank you for that, Diane
The very best group👍👍👍👍👍👍 Louise K, NYC Marrakech tour
"Thank you Phil! It was all such a pleasure! Thank you for making this happen!" Ellen L, NY - Marakech tour 2020
"Just wanted to tell you how enjoyable your trip was to San Miguel. You organized the group so well. I read your newsletter closely so that I can someday attend another one of your trips." Kim H - San Miguel de Allende 2019
"Hi Phil. Thanks for a lovely trip. You really did a lot to make it great for us all. I had an awesome time with you and all the new people I met. Am looking forward to another one now. Good luck for the next one and keep me informed please. Neeta K. India - Aix en Provence 2019
"I so enjoyed you all and think, Phil, that you are a master at putting nice, interesting, easy going and talented people together AND that Nancy is such a big part of the success of this trip!!! You are a great team!!! A HUGE THANK YOU!!!! Galen C. San Francisco - Aix en Provence 2019
"Phil, you did real good. This was a great trip coupled with a great group of people. I am very impressed with how proficient the group is at their craft. With your tutelage they got even better". Ron B... Aix en Provence 9-2019
"Dear Phil, You were so great to hang with too!! I can’t thank you enough for the opportunity to study with the remarkable Mary Beth, paint with a terrific group, and enjoy the culture of Dublin and the beauty of the countryside. I have fond memories, too, of the dinners you shared with Elle and me. Also, many thanks for the email list. With much gratitude and best wishes. Lynn H -Katonah Dublin May 2019
"Hello Phil,It was a wonderful time for Jack and myself. Thank you for organizing such a smooth trip. Robert R. NYC - Dublin May 2019
"Loved our trip to wonderful Cuba! Phil Levine and our local guide, Laura were both outstanding. They made this one of my best trips ever. Every thing was organized, well thought out and we were expertly guided around to see Havana . Laura’s knowledge and command of the language was excellent. Phil and Laura made sure we saw everything we wanted to , plus they gave us great advice for dining, music and shopping. I will highly recommend to friends. Pamela A, Cuba 2019 - Florida and NYC
" It was also a wonderful trip due to your thoughtful planning and guidance. Cuba was never on our bucket list and this just fell in our laps because you and Nancy put together a GHP group. We should always be so capriciously lucky. Many, many thanks. - Gary and Carol Cuba 2019 - Brooklyn, NY
"Hi Phil, thanks for arranging an interesting trip to Havana! It was a memorable experience and the group, I agree, was great! I really enjoyed the friendliness of everyone. I also liked having the opportunity to wander around and hear lots of music. A good balance of activities and free time." - Maggie W NYC for Cuba January 2019 - NYC
"Phil- Thank you for planning a wonderful and inspiring trip. I don’t travel very often, but you made it an easy and comfortable experience. Each day was so special in its own way. I have never traveled with a group before. But what could top our group of warm, funny and engaged folks."
Heather F - NYC for Cuba January 2019 - NYC
"I wanted to thank Phil for the superb job he did in organizing the workshop." Costa Vavagiakis - instructor Amsterdam June 2018
"I had a wonderful time in Amsterdam with you and the crew. Can’t wait to do it again! If I ever come to New York I’d definitely like to visit you if you have time. Thank you for all you did to make the trip run smoothly. And I’ll never forget how kind and genuine you were with _____when she was struggling. You’re the best! Lots of love." Julie N. Amsterdam June 2018
"Dear Phil, Just wanted to say I had a lot of fun on the trip Phil! It was nice meeting you and the group and painting in Amsterdam. Thanks for everything!!!" Mia and Paul H.. Amsterdam June 2018
"I just wanted to thank you so much for a wonderful trip, a wonderful experience a great group and you are such a good organizer !!!! thank you for everything again we all had wonderful time!!!! Phil you are the best!".. Miriam S-H Amsterdam June 2018
"I feel acclimated to SM thanks to your ideas, guidance, and kindness. Thanks so much for being our piped piper. Hugs, Mary." Teresa Vito San Miguel workshop November 2017.
"Good morning Phil, Thank you for this very special art experience I enjoyed our travels and expanded my understanding of my own art evolution." Robyn B. NYC - Frank O'Cain Paris/Avignon October 2017
"I just wanted to say a big thank you for organizing a great trip for me. I really loved it with the paintings sites and the down time allotted to me (an 86 year young woman)." Louise K. NYC - Frank O'Cain Paris/Avignon October 2017
"Hi Phil, Thank you for the slide show (great job of picture taking) & your hard work to make the trip to Rome so special." Kathy and Nick Rome with Rick Brosen May 2017
"Thank you Phil, we had a wonderful time. You did a great job at planning and letting us have free time. The people were lovely. We look forward to the next trip. All the best." Nancy and Gary, Venice March-April 2017
"hi Phil, Thank you for being stupendous ---- all home safe and sound in NY!!!!" P. Walker NY.. San Miguel De Allende March 2017
"That was our biggest problem, so all is well. And, Thank you for being there for all of us, having a great sense of humor, and reminding us that sing-a-longs are a manditory FUN event!! I can't wait to team up in the future and bring a group to some light and color filled location! K O'Neil San Miguel De Allende March 2017
"Phil, San Miguel was awesome. Thanks for all you help with everything! You are amazing. I hope to sign up for another trip sometime next year. Marta B. NYC - San Miguel de Allende 2016
"What a fantastic plein air adventure in San Miquel!! Thank you so much for encouraging me to continue our plan to join the tour. It was one of the very best adventures I have had. The plein air outings were very satisfying, as were the painting demos. Casa de la Noche was so comfortable and well-run with tasty breakfast each morning and the most friendly, efficient staff! I hope to join another Tour in the future. I cannot thank you enough for helping to make this possible." Laura S.. Tucson - San Miguel de Allende 2016
"What really struck me was how much you actually cared about us all. I was really touched." Diane G... Paris 2016
"It was a special group in the fact that everyone was so friendly and that everyone got along so well together. Thank you for all your great organizing and for bringing the whole week together so smoothly." Elle H.. Melbourne, Australia Paris 2016
" This was a super fun painting class! I miss it already! Thank you for such a well planned trip !Mercy beaucoup." Janet H. NYC Paris 2016