Hobbyceram Milano [Events]

XII CONVENTION AZZURRA

International Meeting of the firing Arts
porcelain painting, ceramics, glass, enamels

June, 2nd , 3rd, 4th, 2012
Ville Ponti Varese – Villa Andrea,2
Piazza Litta, 2 Varese - Italy

Where is it located

The charm possessed only by historic residences
The efficiency that only the most modern technologies can provide
The quality of service that only a tried and tested organization can offer: Villa Andrea, a splendid gem of art, architecture and culture metamorphosing over time nto a veritable rarity and national heritage.
The evocative settings of our convention halls, rich with frescoes and statues,the warm hospitality and organizational support provided, make Villa Andrea a special place: a place where the perfect combination of modernity and history will transform the XII Convention Azzurra into a spectacular event.

The night of the stars – Patrizia Arvieri
Star in between all stars Patrizia Arvieri, the most important porcelain painter in Italy is famous all over the world for her paintings on gold. Patrizia Arvieri will be celebrating 25 years of a splendid artistic career. We will honour her with a “personal exhibition” where the sparkles of our star will enhance the XII Convention. Korean Heritage
A fantastic trip to know and admire the wonders of new and antique traditions of the “land of the full moon”, Korea.
Iko Itsuki
A light butterfly across two continents. Oriental motifs that melt into the most refined european design:
This is the spirit of all masterpieces by the Japanese artist, Iko Itsuki Damiani.
Fire Transformations
Figurative enamels, individual and group projects, abstract masterpieces where colours and shapes melt together in the fire of high temperatures to give astonishing results.

Suns and Sunflowers
Light, joy, colour, the warmth of the incoming summer, the enthousiasm of porcelain painting, ceramics, enamels or glass fusions. In this section of the Convention you will see works where sun, daisies and sunflowers, light and warmth will be main theme of each artistic creation.
Master in the Fine Art of China Painting
Some of the final pieces painted by the graduated students that have completed the Program will be shown to assert the success of the Master Program.
We will also award the students that in May 2012 will have completed the First Certificate and graduate the students that will have finished the complete Master Program.
Vol au vent
A very special musical event, is the precious core around which a rich gastronomic gourmet buffet will bind together the pleasure of music and the satisfaction of taste in this starry night or night of the stars.

Exhibition

For each piece put in the exhibition (base cm.30x30)
€ 50.00 – 3 pieces € 100.00
Special tarifs for painting schools.
The organization doesn’t supply stands or supports.
Only the organizers can take pictures of all the pieces.
The organization doesn’t assume any responsibility for accidental breakage, damage or loss incurred.

Delivery
Hobbyceram Milano: until 25.05.2012
Art Decò Brescia: until 25.05.2012
Villa Andrea Varese: 31.05.2012 (9.00-18.00) and 01.06.2012 (9.00-13.00)

To expose at the Convention you can call the number
02-66981271 or e-mail: info@hobbyceram.com to confirm delivery place and number of pieces or if you need more informations.

Pieces return
Villa Andrea Varese 04.06.2012 (17.00-19.00) and 05.06.2012 (9.00 -13.00)
Hobbyceram Milano from 06.06.2012
Art Decò Brescia from 06.06.2012
On all the pieces sold a 10% commission will be charged by A.I.D.I.P.P.

Trofeo Azzurro
This prestigious prize and many other awards will be given by an International Jury.
The ceremony will take place on June 2nd at 6.30 p.m.

Daily entry
June 2-3-4th, 2012: 9.00-18.00
Costs: 1 day € 20.00 – 3 days € 50.00
You can buy tickets ahead. Ask for group tarifs if you are 6 or more.
Group tickets have to be purchased in advance.

Demonstrations: € 10.00

Workshops
Intensive courses of two hours with great masters who will share all their secrets.
€ 120.00 (all porcelain and using materials are included)
Patrizia Arvieri, Stephen Hayes, Irene Schmidt Barkmann, Teresita Sartori, Jean Baptiste, Iko Itsuki.

Commercial booths
Commercial booth € 600,00
Booths are reserved following the order of arrival and up to the delivery of all available spaces.

Important
The organization offers a package including:
- 2 entries to the Convention (June 2nd -3rd )
- the Gourmet buffet - the Concert - one hotel night (double room) cost: € 200.00

How to reach
Train:from Milano Cadorna train station Ferrovie Nord (40 minutes)
Train from Porta Garibaldi train station Ferrovie dello stato
Bus: from Malpensa Airport (30 minutes)
Train from Malpensa airport: change at Saronno and follow to Varese.

Where to stay
The hotel chosen for the XII Convention Azzurra’s guests is the prestigious Ata Hotel Varese ****
Via F. Albani, 73 21100 Varese
Ph. (+39) 0332 466661
e-mail: meeting.varese@atahotels.it
Internet site: www.atahotels.it/varese

A continuous transport service is assured to guarantee an easy way to and from Villa Andrea. You can book directly your room, but remember to mention, “Convention Azzurra” to get a “preferential treatment” and better tarifs. Feel free to ask us if you should need any help.
A photographer will be available at the Convention to take pictures of your own pieces, a CD with all the winning pieces will be on sale after the Convention. You can reserve it on place.

Informations

A.I.D.I.P.P. Via P.L. da Palestrina 13, 20124 Milano

Tel. +39 02 66981271- Fax. + 39 02 66981812
In case of need + 39 335 6215378
e-mail: info@hobbyceram.com - Donatella Viggiani