She was very relaxed and the depth of her knowledge brought the lecture to life!!
I would absolutely recommend Karla to other!!"
Diana Santiago, Javea
TOLEDO
She was very relaxed and the depth of her knowledge brought the lecture to life!!
I would absolutely recommend Karla to other!!"
Diana Santiago, Javea
ARCHITECTURE TOLEDO * pt 2. Golden Age
"I have learned so much more about the history behind the buildings and interiors of buildings. Explanations of symbols (like the shell) into present day functioning (Camino de Santiago) is really super. Historical facts of the area in relation to the history of all of Spain were unknown to me. The explanation is so thorough and interesting.
The Toledo area has become so much more alive and explained, I cannot wait to go there again and see the town with new insights and 'new eyes' .
I like the way Karla uses knowledgable wording and her sense of humour makes learning fun.
I would totally recommend Karla and her events to anyone!"
* Trudi, Cumbre del Sol
ARCHITECTURE TOLEDO pt 2 * Golden Era
We learned how to identify the different styles of architecture by looking at the ornate carvings, festoons and magical fantastic creatures.
We looked at el Greco paintings and also at a number of drawings done at the Romantic era.
It was sad to see the destruction of the Alcazar from bombings in the civil war but amazing to see how it has been restored.
I am really looking forward to joining Karla's trip to Toledo to see all these beautiful historic buildings putting my learnt knowledge into what I am seeing.
Karla mixes art and the history and context of how it is all created.
I highly recommend Karla's teaching and events.
* Lizzie Clayton, Benitachell
TOLEDO PT.1 Antiquity & Medieval
"The lecture started with a brief timeline of the historical cultures of Toledo. This grounding was further developed with useful descriptions of architectural styles and assimilation.
With this knowledge we were then guided through the streets and buildings of Toledo, able to recognise the differing layers of the City as it grew.
The lecture was highly informative and very entertaining.
Karla is fabulously cynical about constructs of power. This made her lecture seem refreshingly contemporary.
I would definitely recommend her to others."
* Katherine M Waters Parcent
TOLEDO, pt.1, 2017 Antiquity & Medieval
"I learned that many of the architectural wonders of Toledo were built by the Romans, Visigoths, Jewish Civilizations, Muslims, and Christians. As each group of people ruled the area the architecture changed accordingly and the buildings were transformed to reflect each groups beliefs.
It is amazing that each subsequent group had the respect for the historical importance of the buildings and built upon it with their own religious convictions rather than destroy the buildings which is often done when it’s not part of their religious beliefs.
I like how Karla always is well prepared and enthusiastic about the information she delivers.
I would recommend Karla to anyone who would like to gain knowledge of the history of Spain."
* Virginia den Hartog
TOLEDO pt. 1, 2017 Antiquity & Medieval
"I loved the Toledo lecture yesterday. I have been to Toledo but now I can't wait to go again to see the many sites that you pointed out and that I now know a lot more about.
Great to have a lecture encompassing architecture, art and history all in one."
* Christine Wood
TOLEDO pt. 1 , 2017 Antiquity & Medieval
"From the Visigothic and Roman roots of Toledo with its unique cultural legacy of Christian, Arab and Jewish communities living alongside each other to the horseshoe arched mosques and haunting canvases of El Greco, Karla crammed all of this and much more into her enthralling and spellbinding lecture.
Toledo now holds a far greater appeal than ever before, I simply must return to truly explore and appreciate this magnificent medieval city. Wow!
Karla's teaching style is full of Passion and Knowledge and I "always" recommend her to other.
* Sue Martin, Pedreguer
TOLEDO * pt. 1 * 2017 Antiquity & Medieval
"Where to start? As always Karla shares so much knowledge.
I learnt the range of people's coming into Spain and eventually Toledo including the Romans, Visigoths, Jews and Muslims. This seat of learning also showed how many different cultures could live together in harmony and learn from each other.
I learnt how to understand the different styles of architecture, the more simple style of Rome to Mudejar from the Muslims. This was using materials readily available, clay to make bricks, stones from the fields. The skill to carve and embellish plaster.
I could go on for so much longer, but I can't wait for her next lecture, Toledo part 2.
If you want to learn about Spain and it's history Karla's teaching through art is wonderful. The feature I love about her teaching is her knowledge and passion. I Highly recommended her lectures."
* Lizzie Clayton. Benitachell
EL GRECO LECTURE, 2017
"I very much enjoyed this talk on El Greco. It filled up my mind with amazing art and interesting historical details.
Karla brings colour to life with her unique perspectives and extensive knowledge about art. What features did you like about the teaching style of Karla Darocas? * The feature that I like about her teaching is her unique perspective."
* Kathleen Misson, Moraira.
EL GRECO LECTURE, 2017
"I thoroughly enjoyed Karla's most recent lecture on El Greco. She is knowledgable and passionate about the artists she discusses and the times in which they lived, so much so that they come to life before your eyes.
Don't hesitate to take advantage of this great opportunity that Karla gives us and spend a very enjoyable couple of hours."
* Margaret den Hortog, Javea
EL GRECO LECTURE
"Time flies at these lectures and I absolutely love them. I am totally hooked and his one on El Greco was no exception. Her enthusiasm is infectious and I have most certainly caught the bug!
Thanks Karla for bringing a new dimension into my life."
* Sue Martin, Pedreguer
EL GRECO LECTURE
"As always, great. Karla has such detailed knowledge about the artist and her/his work she talks about. It is so interesting for me to hear the background of the piece of art, the details in it, and the life of the artist.
I am again and again fascinated by the brilliant way of her presentation!! I love everything about Karla's teaching style and I absolutely recommend her to others!"
* Angelika Goette, Jávea
EL GRECO LECTURE
"It's so inspiring to attend Karla's lectures. Even though I had been before to different 'El Greco' lectures of Karlas', she manages to come up with new information, new angles and new background information.
On top of that it is a pleasure to be able to attend such an educational art class on a Sunday morning in the village of Benitachell.
Well prepared, well done and well appreciated!
Karla Darocas has a clear talking style and a sense of humor and I would recommend her teaching and events!"
*Trudi van Dorp, Benitachell
FRIDA KAHLO LECTURE
"Karla has an amazing amount of knowledge about the detailed meanings in each and every painting of Frida Khalo's.
The slide show was excellent and presented on a screen that was life size which enabled the finest of details in the paintings to be observed.
I learned about the struggles and pain that Frida underwent and how she lived through her paintings.
Karla's enthusiasm for this artist is outstanding and contagious.
I looked forward to continuing to learn more about the Spanish masters.
Karla's teaching style is all about the detailed knowledge she has of each and every painting.
I highly recommend Karla to anyone who wishes to learn about the /Spanish Masters."
* Virginia den Hartog, Javea
REMEDIOS VARO LECTURE
I am always impressed by Karla's enthusiasm and vast knowledge ... I recommend Karla Darocas's teaching and events always!!"
* Diana Santiago
FRIDA KAHLO LECTURE
Karla's teaching style is enthusiasm, passion, knowledgeable.
I would Absolutely recommend Karla"
* Beverley spence Lliber Spain
FRIDA KAHLO LECTURE
Great location and always take away a great admiration for each Artist and a true feel of their personal lives/struggles etc.
Karla's knowledge and enthusiasm is how I would describe her teaching style. I absolutely recommend her to others."
* Diana Santiago, Javea
FRIDA KAHLO LECTURE
Karla's teaching style is precise, clear - and, as always, very professional. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone
* Angelika Goette, Jávea
FRIDA KAHLO LECTURE
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
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
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