KARLA DAROCAS, B.A. (Hons)

FRIDA KAHLO LECTURE

"The lecture on Frida Kahlo was very interesting, informative and well presented. Karla makes the information accessible to all.

Whilst I had read about Frida Kahlo and seen an exhibition of her work at the Tate Gallery in London, I now have a much greater understanding of her work and the symbolism within it.

In addition, I now have a fuller appreciation of how her life had such an impact on her work.

We will certainly attend and look forward to other lectures in the future when we are in Spain and are only sorry to have missed so many in the past.

Karla's teaching style is very easy and she has an accessible manner of delivery. I would recommend her to other in Full!"

* Gladys Pilar Cummings Javea Spain and St Albans UK

FRIDA KAHLO LECTURE

Once again Karla had me totally captivated with her moving and inspirational account of the traumatic life and works of Frida Kahlo.

An artist who, whilst I had a some knowledge of prior to this lecture, had no real insight into how tragic and painful her life really was. Tissues were handed out as tears flowed during this session, an indication of how touching this lecture proved to be.

Her teaching style is Inspirational and Passionate. I always recommend Karla to other.

Sue Martin, Pedreguer

REMEDIOS VARO LECTURE

"The lecture on Remedios Varo was extremely informative and very well presented in a lively, easy to understand way.

Karla is a great communicator who inspires her audience. Karla's teaching style is casual, lively and packed with information and I would definitely recommend her to others."

Nicola Clark, Javea

REMEDIOS VARO LECTURE

"Prior to this lecture, Remedios Varo was an unknown to me but once again Karla worked her magic and brought this amazing woman to life, sharing her incredible experiences, surrealist works and anarchist views, which were very forward thinking for a woman of her time.

Every time I attend one of these lectures I come away feeling so blessed to be part of this lecture group.

Karla's teaching style cover the evaluation of the artists' life and I would absolutely recommend her to others"

Sue Martin, Pedreguer

REMEDIOS VARO LECTURE

"We just attended a lecture on Spanish surrealist Remedios Varo and as always Karla was very interesting with an informative presentations.

She always gives comments about artists life with specific emphasis on their paintings, about situations and environment which had influenced their creation in different periods.

Karla's teaching style is very dynamic and interesting, exactly opposite to boring!

We would recommend Karla Darocas teaching and events to others."

Genevieve and David Lawrence, Monte Pedrequer

REMEDIOS VARO LECTURE

Karla, thank you so much for the presentation again. I found it revealing, most interesting.

Not only did I get an idea about Remedios Varo's life and works, but also about how visionary and enlightened she was.

Your talks open my eyes more and more each time I hear details about an artist's life. I can understand, and appreciate, her/his work a lot more.

So, many thanks - you do this job wonderfully!! Besos, Angelika xx

REMEDIOS VARO LECTURE

"I have to confess I had never heard of Remedios Varo before I saw some publicity for Karla's lecture but having heard Karla teach before I knew it would be worth going along.

I am so glad I did.

I learnt so much, not just about this fantastic artist but surrealism in general and world events that led to its creation and influence.

As ever thanks Karla for a great lecture!"

Christine Wood

Tech Training Testimonial

My name is Lizzie Clayton and I live in Benitachell

I hired Karla, because I joined one of her business courses. She has taught me how-to write a business marketing plan and how-to monitor the grown of my business - and then track the reality back to my business plan.

I am now learning how-to build a website and an online database. She has taught me how to use "web-based" tools and a number of "free" online graphic tools.

Karla has so much information to impart and share. She is calm and encouraging and doesn't shout (like my husband!!). Karla also makes it fun, which is an important part of learning.

I highly recommend Karla as an educator, because of her immense knowledge and her style of teaching.

Lizzie Clayton

GOYA * ROOTS, REVOLUTION & ROMANTICISM

"I learned how much I really didn't know!

Goya, the last of the old Masters and introducer of the moderns. A private man with emotional and health battles culminating in his deafness which introduced an era of his art which showed his despair and bleakness of the world surrounding him whilst at the same time giving a glimmer of the hope waiting patiently in the shadows.

I cannot wait for the second half of this lecture. Karla brings these artists to life with emotional tales that make you both weep and laugh as you live your life with them.

I love the originality and fervour in the teaching style of Karla Darocas?

I would recommend Karla to others, and I do!"

* Sue Martin, Pedreguer

GOYA * ROOTS, REVOLUTION & ROMANTICISM

"I learned a lot about Goya and his works. Karla pointed out details in the paintings, the people (buyers, etc.) involved, the historical background. I liked the humour in presenting - just everything!

Karla's teaching style s very clear, detailled and the slide screen presentation is professional.

I Would definitely recommend Karla Darocas teaching and events to others"

* Angelika Goette, Javea

GOYA * ROOTS, REVOLUTION & ROMANTICISM

The Goya lecture was about composition and how to read a painting. Besides the clear explanation on the techniques of fine art Karla gave a top rated art history class on Goya and his era in Spain. This background information certainly enriched the understanding of the themes in his paintings. It was a joy and a privilege to assist such a well prepared and also fun presentation. I recommend the lectures of Art Teacher Karla Darocas.

What elements did you like about the teaching style of Karla Darocas?
* Knowledge presented with a sense of humour.

Would you recommend Karla Darocas teaching and events to others?
* of course

FULL NAME & LOCATION
* Trudi van Dorp, Cumbre del Sol

Photography Training Testimonial

"I have been to Karla's Fine Arts Lectures on Picasso and Dali... Hope some day to attend the one about Sorolla.

The Creative Photography was a very nice experience and of course I learned new things... By meeting other people doing "the same" you always learn something new... Yesterday, I learned from Karla to see the things different... I loved it...

I love the way she sees things and I learn out...

Of course, I would recommend Karla Darocas teaching and events to others"

* Heidi Weiss, Benissa

Photography Training Testimonial

"The workshop was very good way to get to know your own camera, what it can do and how to use it in the best way. We learned the basics of photography, about shapes, light, composition and how to take better photographs.

Karla Darocas' teaching style is very structured but with a good sense of humour

Yes, I would Karla Darocas teaching and events to others!"

* Linda Kristensen, Cumbre del sol

Photography Training Testimonial

"So many techniques including learning how to compose the perfect picture, positioning and taking the picture at the right angle. Karla was very knowledgeable and she made it a nice informative way to spend a morning.

Karla's teaching style is easy going and she VERY patient. I would definitely recommend her to other."

Vivienne Olver, Javea

Photography Training Testimonial

"The notes and lecture that Karla started the morning with were most instructive. I have become more familiar with my camera, which was my aim in taking the course. Holding the course at Montgo Verd was an inspired idea - there was no shortage of subjects to photograph.

Karla's teaching style is informal, well planned, thoughtful. I would recommend Karla Darocas."

* Julie Price, Javea

Photography Training Testimonial

I heard about this workshop on Facebook and took part in the Discovering Beauty Photography Workshop. It was a wonderfully interesting lecture with a slideshow describing how the elements of beauty have evolved and been appreciated through the centuries. I especially enjoyed the personalised attention that helped me discover my own artistic talents — I left wanting more!

Karla’s teaching style is filled with contagious passion that brings great energy to the studio.

I would absolutely recommend this workshop to others.

– Sue Martin, Pedreguer

PICASSO IN PARIS * PUBLIC LECTURE JANUARY 2017

"I learned new facts about Picasso life and his interest in modern scientific discoveries. I also appreciated the comments about Picasso paintings in relation with specific artist life situations, explanation how other modern artists, people and in general atmosphere of Paris made impact on his works, how he was influenced by classical and primitive artefacts
Karla Darocas has an easy manner of talking.

- Genevieve & David Lawrence, Monte Pedrequer

PICASSO IN PARIS * PUBLIC LECTURE JANUARY 2017

"Even if I don't understand the painting form I can understand the emotion. Unfortunately I never received an art education, which means that I've never had the opportuntiy to understand why.... this format, this colour, this blob!. Thankfully, Karla has shown me that isn't necessarliy important as to the why, but more importantly look at the painting and absorb the emotion. I wish when I was at school I had an art teacher like Karla who taught more that just form."

- Helen Baxter

PICASSO IN PARIS * PUBLIC LECTURE JANUARY 2017

"This was an excellent and interesting lecture on Picasso, his works and relationships. There was so much that we did not know and so many paintings we had not seen before. The time flew by and just sorry there was not time for questions. We would love to know if/when Karla is giving the Dali lecture. We are only in Spain until the end of February. Sorry to have missed Sorolla!
Karla Darocas was
own to earth, fun and knew and understood her subject.

- Carolyn Martin & Fred Dustin, Moraira

PICASSO IN PARIS * PUBLIC LECTURE JANUARY 2017

What did you learn?
* That I know so little!

What features did you feel were beneficial in this event?
* Setting. Interesting people. Very good talk - just not too long!

What elements did you like about the teaching style of Karla Darocas?
* Talk brought out really interesting elements I had not seen before

Would you recommend Karla Darocas teaching and events to others?
* Highly

FULL NAME & LOCATION * KEITH HYDE, JAVEA

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