Karla's teaching style is very informal and fun and I absolutely recommend her events and trips!"
* Christine Wood of Javea
TOLEDO 2018 FIELD TRIP
Karla's teaching style is very informal and fun and I absolutely recommend her events and trips!"
* Christine Wood of Javea
TOLEDO 2018 FIELD TRIP
"Karla had organised this trip in such great detail it was a true delight to be a part of it.
Our arrival in Toledo was coordinated with other students who were making their own way to our 'Hostel in a Castle' where we all met and hit the ground running.
The itinerary was intensive and varied. The classroom advance lectures we had all attended proved to be utterly invaluable, having prepared us for the visual feast awaiting.
We were all utterly enthralled and captivated by the monuments, monasteries, synagogues, palaces, hospital and artisans workshops that this ancient city has to offer.
I loved every minute of it and made some wonderful friends at the same time.
Karla's teaching style is laid back and utterly charming.
I would recommend Karla's teaching and events in a heartbeat!"
Sue Martin, Pedredguer
THE DALI EXPERIENCE
"I have always liked Dalí as an artist but knew very little about his background and never understood the messages in his artwork. Karla gave fascinating insights regarding his troubled childhood and inner demons. It made me want to learn more about the man and his art. I like Karla's relaxed teaching style. I always recommend Karla to my friends!!"
* Margaret den Hartog, Javea
SALVADOR DALI EXPERIENCE LECTURE
"We are a big fan of S D & Karla filled in back ground info. Karla has a very human approach to her teaching style. I certainly would recommend her teaching and events to others."
* Roger & Cheryl - Spain
SALVADOR DALI EXPERIENCE LECTURE
"We learnt such a lot. Having liked Dali pictures for 40 years it was so interesting to learn a lot of the influences and ideas behind the paintings. Learning about Dali’s personal life and the the reason for some recurring themes was fascinating. Karla has a very nice relaxed, entertaining method of teaching."
* Judy & Peter Dicken, Benitachell
VELAZQUEZ AND THE HABSBURGS
I particularly liked how history & politics of the times can be shown to be a big feature of the composition of the picture.
I also learned more about the Spanish Royal lineage of the Habsburgs & the place of Royal women as mere pawns.
Karla Darocas made a subject I have little knowledge of into an absorbing 2 hours of easy listening & learning. I would definitely recommend Karla
* Linda Stephen-martin, Benitachell (part-time)
TOLEDO
Karla captured the essence and soul of Toledo with its rich abundance of architecture ranging from Romanesque and Mudejar to Gothic and Renaissance. This rich tapestry that has created Toledo over the centuries as described by Karla kept us mesmerised throughout."
*Sue Martin, Pedreguer
TOLEDO
I did NOT know one could literally SEE the rich history of the Visigoth, Arabs, Jews and Romans to THIS DAY, hidden in plain sight, IF ONLY one knows what to look for.
Karla made history come to life!!
I now find myself looking MUCH closer at building, churches or even, as here in Calpe, excavation sites. For example, the ruins in Calpe I believed for years to be of Roman origin, I now know they must have been dwellings and "bath" of the Moorish origin,just by the type of building materials they used.
Thank you Karla for enriching my historical understanding of this beautiful country, one lecture at a time! Highly recommended and deeply appreciated!!
Karla's teaching style is informative, interesting, well planned and presented and I heartily recommend her!"
*Christa Terry, Calpe
VELAZQUEZ AND THE HABSBURGS
"We learnt about Diego Velazquez and how his work progressed and developed during his lifetime.
We also learnt how his work was influenced by the politics, religion and culture of the time.
In addition, Karla incorporated a complete history of the reign of Philip IV, the rise and fall of the Hapsburgs in Spain.
We both like Karla's teaching style of delivery. She is very matter-of-fact and tells it like it is with a bit of humour thrown in.
We would definitely encourage others to attend her presentations and other events."
Gladys and Ian Cummings. Javea and UK
VELAZQUEZ AND THE HABSBURGS
"I saw an article in the freebie newspaper, the Weekender, called "The artist and the royal" so I attended the presentation which was on Diego Velazquez and the Habsburgs.
Having followed adult education in History of Art, civil and religious architecture, history of Brittany (France) from the settlement of the Welsh and Irish, through the middle ages.... in France, I am an enthusiast of learning culture.
Now that I am in Spain, I have found a person, Karla Darocas, who is also enthusiastic, and knows how to transmit her knowledge of Spanish culture.
I learned a lot about Velazquez and how Monet and other impressionists were influenced by Velazquez (Le joueur de flute).
Karla Darocas has a very natural teaching style, ease, language, comments and I would recommend her to others."
* Jo Jouas, Denia
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
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