Season’s Greetings from Geshaview

We wish everyone a Happy Christmas and
a Prosperous New Year.

The Geshaview offices will be closed for Christmas and the New Year from
Wednesday 21 December 2011 until Wednesday 4 January 2012.

If you need to contact us urgently during this period please call:
Julian: 00359 878 96 98 12 (Bulgaria) or Plamen: 00359 878 23 63 11 (Bulgaria).
Thank you.

Keeping warm and cosy at Geshaview - part 3

In the final part of his guide to using the wood burning stoves in the houses at Geshaview, David explains how to close the fire down for the night and clearing the ashes ready for the following evening.



We hope that this short series of videos have prepared owners and visitors for using the wood burning fires at Geshaview.
For more details on each of the properties at Geshaview go to the property pages on the Geshaview website.

Keeping warm and cosy at Geshaview - part 2

In the second part of his guide to using the wood burning stoves in the houses at Geshaview, David explains how to set the fire for the evening.



In the last part, David takes you through closing the fire down for the night and clearing the ashes away ready for the next evening.
For more details on each of the properties at Geshaview go to the property pages on the Geshaview website.

Keeping warm and cosy at Geshaview

Now that winter is on our doorstep, owners and visitors to Geshaview might be tempted to use the wood burning stove that each house has in the living area.

In the first part of a mini series of videos David Hollands shows how to prepare the logs and the best way to light the fire.



The next video will show how the keep it burning safely with minimum of effort for a warm and cosy evening by the fire.
For more details on each of the properties at Geshaview go to the property pages on the Geshaview website.

Geshaview Newsletter - latest issue

The December 2011 - January 2012 issue of the Geshaview Newsletter is now available for you to read.

Open publication

In this 8 page issue we have a report and pictures on Mirra's trip to Geneva to present Geshaview to The United Nations Women’s Guild, and a number of chosen United Nations ambassadors. Other topics include an end-of-year round-up of the landscaping progress.

If the link to the ebook version above doesn't work you can either try this link to the Geshaview Newsletter ebook. Or you can view the PDF version and all the back issues of the Geshaview Newsletter here.

Recreation area at Geshaview

When we built Geshaview our main concern was to preserve the trees and natural landscaping. One thing that we required though was a flat, level recreation/playing area where outdoor events could be held.
David Hollands talks about the amount of earth moving that is required to create a flat area and also shows how some of the rocks and boulders that were unearthed during the building process are being incorporated into the Geshaview landscape.



To discover more about what is planned for Geshaview visit our website: www.geshaview.eu.

First frost of winter at Geshaview

The freak snowstorm that occurred in October was a reminder of how unpredictable the weather can be. One thing for sure though is that the first really heavy frost of the year means that winter is definitely on its way!



The pictures were taken on the 21 November by Stefan, who braved the sub zero temperature to capture the beauty of nature.

Organic fruit farm in Bulgaria

Bulgaria has an abundance of fruits, including apples, peaches, watermelon and plums and more exotic fruit like quinces, figs and others.
In September, David Hollands and family visited an organic fruit at Dryanovo near to the Geshaview village and tasted the apples and plums grown there.



The organic fruit farm was founded by Inex Agro Ltd in 2006, and farms on 400,000 square metres of farm land. To find out more visit their website: www.inexagro.net.
To learn more about how Geshaview will incorporate healthy eating into the 'Embraced Living' approach, have a look at the food and drink pages on our website.

The balconies in the Courtyard

As the wooden balconies in the Courtyard are being installed, David Hollands explains the thinking behind their safety-conscious design.



To see the other videos about Geshaview, visit the Geshaview YouTube channel.
To discover more about the village go to www.geshaview.eu.

Latest issue of the Geshaview Newsletter

The October - November 2011 issue of the Geshaview Newsletter is now available for you to read.

Open publication

In this 8 page issue we have a report and pictures about the recent freak snowstorm that hit Bulgaria and caused damage to some of the trees at Geshaview.
Other topics include updates on the progress of the Courtyard flooring and next year's International Arts Festival, and, because it was Hallowe'en there are a few pictures and words about the party for local schoolchildren that was held at Geshaview.

If the link to the ebook version above doesn't work you can either try this link to the Geshaview Newsletter ebook. Or you can view the PDF version and all the back issues of the Geshaview Newsletter here.

Severe weather causes damage to the trees at Geshaview

On the 17th October 2011, Bulgaria experienced severe weather conditions. Heavy snowfall and hurricane force winds caused major disruption to traffic with many mountain passes blocked, trapping cars, lorries and heavy vehicles. Widespread power cuts were reported in Eastern and Northern Bulgaria.

Unfortunately, Geshaview did not escape the snow and strong winds.

There was major damage to some of the trees, but luckily all of the houses remained unscathed. The road leading to the village was blocked by fallen trees and the power failure lasted for 15 hours.



In the video above, David Hollands shows some of the damage and explains how the natural drainage system is coping with the thawing snow.

The next issue of the Geshaview newsletter will have a full report and photographs.

Archaeological dig near Geshaview - part one

Bulgaria is known as the crossing point of Europe and Asia with Greece, Turkey and the Mediterranean coast only 200 miles from the capital Sofia. Steeped in history, connected to ancient civilisations, the Roman and Byzantine empires, today, Bulgaria is left holding priceless art and architecture preserved throughout the centuries.

David Hollands travelled to a location close to Geshaview to meet a group of archaeologists from the New Bulgarian University, Sofia, as they dug for roman remains.



In part two, David discovers more about the dig, gets to hold a freshly unearthed coin from the 4th century and discusses what the archaeologists hope to find and the future of the dig.

Bozhentsi village in Bulgaria

Bozhentsi village and architectural reserve in central Bulgaria is noted for its well-preserved National Revival architecture and history. (Also known as: Bozhenci, Bojenci, Bojenzi, Boženci, Bojentsi, Bojentzi).



David Hollands gives a short introduction to the village which is just a short distance from Geshaview. To discover more about this ancient Bulgarian village visit the page about Bozhentsi (Bojenci) on the Geshaview website.
Many thanks to Paul Mehrer for allowing us to use his pictures.

Brazilian President visits Bulgaria

The President of Brazil, Dilma Rousseff, visited her father's birthplace of Gabrovo whilst she was on her official tour of Bulgaria.



Her cavalcade then drove close to Geshaview as she passed through Dryanovo on her way to Veliko Tarnovo. David Hollands was on hand to witness the event and count the cars.

Creating the stone wall effect on the houses

To replicate the look of a traditional Bulgarian house, we used a unique process to render the effect of stone walls.



David Hollands explains why and how the authentic look of stone work was reproduced.
To see more pictures of the houses at Geshaview visit the property pages on the Geshaview website.

Finding the shade at Geshaview

In this short video David Hollands talks about why it was important to preserve the natural landscape and the trees at Geshaview.



With the concept now reaching its conclusion, the trees at Geshaview give a natural shade which is so different from the most ergonomic, sophisticated umbrella you can buy these days.

With only 22 trees removed from the ground, the natural shade and a cool breeze from the mountains 'lightens the hot summer days'...

Footnote: the swimming pool and restaurant referred to in this clip are due for completion in 2012.

David Hollands talks with Ivan Todorov

Ivan Todorov is Vice-president of the Bulgarian Volleyball Federation (Bulgaria is ranked in the top 6 in the World).

In the first part they talk about his long association with Geshaview through his friendship with Julian Georgiev (co-founder of Geshaview).



In the second part they talk about the future where Geshaview, because of its location in the centre of the country, could become a place where sporting events, workshops, coaching schools and seminars are possible.

The bridge and pond at Geshaview

In the second of an occasional series of short videos, David Hollands talks about how the bridge and pond are a unique part of the water catchment system at Geshaview.



For more information about the Geshaview village please visit the Geshaview website or, if you want to discover more about the properties, visit our property pages where you will find full details of the houses and apartments that are still for sale.

Special features of Geshaview

In an occasional series of short videos, David Hollands explains the original thinking behind the creation of Geshaview and how this has been reflected in the landscaping.



For more information about the Geshaview village please visit the Geshaview website or, if you want to discover more about the properties, visit our property pages where you will find full details of the houses and apartments that are still for sale.

Gone fishing... at Geshaview

Only 15 minutes drive through the lanes from the Geshaview village in Bulgaria there is a great little lake, ideal for holiday fishing.
David Hollands and his daughter spent a hot summer's day there.



From tiddlers to 20lb carp, safe and with all the facilities - WC's, cafe and, if overnight fishing is on the menu, then special arrangements can be made.
Pay about 3 lev for your rod and you can fish for as long as you want.
If you catch some of the bigger fish you can pay a small amount and take it home for supper. The tiddlers are for free and very tasty I may add.
A day here at the lake can be a great experience for those who have never discovered the joy of fishing and also good sport for the experienced angler.
Meanwhile back at Geshaview, the rest of the family are enjoying all the other facilities waiting for you to tell the story of the one that got away!
More information about fishing in Bulgaria can be found on the holidaybulgaria.com website, there is also advice and a link for where to get a Bulgarian fishing permit.

A rare visitor to Geshaview

A rare Humming-bird hawk-moth was spotted by David Hollands 
at the Geshaview village in Bulgaria.
This large fast-flying moth (Latin name: Macroglossum stellatarum) can be seen hovering like a humming-bird over a variety of garden flowers while drinking the nectar.
The striking humming-bird hawk-moth is a native of North Africa and uses a long feeding tube for sucking nectar out of the flowers.
They have a wingspan of around two inches and their wings beat so fast an audible hum can clearly be heard.



David made this recording on the 30 August 2011 and has registered this sighting on the www.butterfly-conservation.org website as the first sighting of a Humming-bird hawk-moth to be made in Bulgaria.

Geshaview Newsletter - latest issue

The August - September 2011 issue of the Geshaview Newsletter is now available for you to read.

Open publication

In this 6 page issue we have details of the investment opportunities at Geshaview, an up-date on the landscaping and much, much more...
A new feature is a link to a YouTube video on some of the articles which give a more dynamic view of the village.
If the link to the ebook version above doesn't work you can either try this link to the Geshaview Newsletter ebook. Or you can view the PDF version and all the back issues of the Geshaview Newsletter here.

The roads and paths at Geshaview - part 5

In the final part of his guide, David Hollands summarises the principles behind the road construction at Geshaview and how simple technology and the traditional methods used have come together to produce a landscape that is in harmony with nature.



We hope this series of short videos has given you an insight into the eco-friendly approach taken to ensure that Geshaview remains true to its core principles of environmentally aware building methods.

To see more YouTube videos about the Geshaview village in Bulgaria go to: www.youtube.com/mikegeshaview, or for more information and a picture gallery visit the Geshaview village website.

The roads and paths at Geshaview - part 4

In part four of his guide to the road construction at the Geshaview village in Bulgaria, David Hollands reveals what can go wrong when the forces of nature get involved.
He also shows the 'tools of the trade' used by the workmen.



We hope this series of short videos has given you an insight into the eco-friendly approach taken to ensure that Geshaview remains true to its core principles of environmentally aware building methods.

To see more YouTube videos about the village go to: www.youtube.com/mikegeshaview, or for more information and a picture gallery visit the Geshaview village website.

The roads and paths at Geshaview - part 3

In part three David talks about the connections between the paths from the houses to the roads and how it has all been carefully designed to create a harmonious blend of natural materials and the colours of nature and also how the costs are calculated.



In part four David will reveal what happens when nature gets involved and he also shows the simple tools used by the workmen.

To see more YouTube videos about the village go to: www.youtube.com/mikegeshaview, or for more information and a picture gallery visit the Geshaview village website.

The roads and paths at Geshaview - part 2

In part two of his video series, David Hollands explains the thought processes behind the positioning of the roads and the construction method used.



The main consideration behind the positioning of the paths - in the absence of cars - is ease of use by people walking, riding bicycles, buggies or wheelchairs.

In part three David will talk about the connections between the paths from the houses to the roads and how it has all been carefully designed to create a harmonious blend of natural materials and colours.

To see more YouTube videos about the village go to: www.youtube.com/mikegeshaview, or for more information and a picture gallery visit the Geshaview village website.

The View Café nears completion

The View Café (sometimes called Treetops) is positioned near the edge of the village and has magnificent views southwards towards the Stara Planina mountain range.



In this short video, David Hollands gives a brief update on the build progress and what visitors can look forward to when it opens.
To see more YouTube videos about the village go to: www.youtube.com/mikegeshaview, or for more information about the village, take a look at the Geshaview website.

Photographic tour of Geshaview

Julian Georgiev takes you on a stunning photographic tour of the Geshaview village in Bulgaria.



The sequence of images shows just how beautiful Geshaview is looking.
The landscaping is nearing completion and the village is maturing into the harmonious blend with nature that was envisaged from its conception.
To see more YouTube videos about the village go to: www.youtube.com/mikegeshaview, or for more information about the village, take a look at the Geshaview website.

The roads and pathways at Geshaview

The underlying principle behind the Geshaview village has been an eco-friendly approach to its construction.
One example of this is the roads and pathways that meander around the village.
No tarmac or concrete, no kerbs, drains or gutters, no cars!



The materials used for the roads are from the nearby quarry and the construction takes into account the natural drainage of surface water.
In part one of a video series David Hollands gives an introduction to the roads and the thinking behind their construction.
For more information and a picture gallery of the village visit the Geshaview village website.

Bridge over the pond at Geshaview

Part of the landscaping at Geshaview has been the pond and traditional style bridge.
The pond is not only an attractive feature it also plays an important role in the village
water catchment system.



The bridge creates an idyllic location that is set to be the backdrop of a million photographs.
Built with reclaimed beams and designed in the traditional Bulgarian style, the bridge connects the main village to the forest townhouses and the forest edge.
As the pond matures during the autumn and winter, it will be stocked with fish, and, plants that are naturally found in the area will be slowly introduced.

Latest issue of the Geshaview newsletter

The July 2011 issue of the Geshaview Newsletter is now available for downloading.

Open publication - Free publishing - More bulgaria

In this 8 page issue David Hollands gives a personal report on the First Geshaview International Arts Festival which took place in May.
The issue also includes an article on the building of the pond and bridge as well as a progress report on the Courtyard.
A new feature is a link to a YouTube video on some of the articles which give a more dynamic view of the village.
If the link to the ebook version above doesn't work you can either try this link to the Geshaview Newsletter ebook.
Or you can view the PDF version and all the back issues of the Geshaview Newsletter here.

First Geshaview International Arts Festival a great success...

6 May - 19 May 2011

A gallery of the paintings and sculptures that were produced during the Festival can be seen on the Geshaview Arts Festival web page.
We are very grateful for all the artists who attended and made the Festival such a success and we would also like to say thank you to the sponsors without whose support the Festival would not have been possible.

A montage of some of the paintings on show in the Geshaview Art Gallery.

A full report will be available in the next issue of the Geshaview newsletter.
Watch this space!

The Belgium Ambassador visits Geshaview

The Belgium Ambassador, Marc Micheilsen, visited Geshaview on the 
13 May 2011 as a guest of the Mayor of Dryanovo, Dr Ivan Nikolov.

The Belgium Ambassador, Marc Micheilsen (third from left), and guests, were given a
tour of Geshaview by David, Julian and Dessi.

The visit was spent understanding the sustainable aspects of the village, its future in the world of education, culture and forgotten values. Functioning as a destination for a wide range of activities Geshaview is being found by an increasing number of people who can understand the forward vision of the project and its community.

Arts Festival brochure is now available

6 May - 19 May 2011

The First Geshaview International Arts Festival has now begun with the arrival of the artists and sculptors. The 16 page brochure for the Arts Festival produced by Geshaview, in association with Gallery Panev, is now available to read. The brochure contains introductions to each of the participating artists and sculptors with samples of their work, as well as information about Gallery Panev and Geshaview. There is also a Festival Event Calendar with details of the programme for the Festival.

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The brochure is available to read either as an ebook (above) or can be downloaded in a PDF version. If the link to the ebook above doesn't work you can try this link to the First Geshaview International Arts Festival web page where there are links to both the ebook and the PDF.

Late entry for the First Geshaview International Arts Festival

Another artist has confirmed his intention to attend the First Geshaview International Arts Festival from the 6th to 19th May 2011.

SHEFQET EMINI
Shefqet was born in Davidovc - Kosovo. Currently living and working in Holland, after graduating from the Fine Art Academy in Prishtina, Kosovo. He has worked as a lecturer but was always occupied by his painting and sculpture, Shefqet now works as a professional artist.

Latest issue of the Geshaview Newsletter

The March/April 2011 issue of the Geshaview Newsletter is now available for downloading.

Open publication - Free publishing - More art

In this issue we concentrate on the First Geshaview International Arts Festival which takes place from the 6th to 19th May 2011.
The issue also includes an up-to-date guide to all the Workshops and Spiritual Retreats planned for the rest of the year.
If the link to the ebook version above doesn't work you can either try this link to the Geshaview Newsletter ebook.
Or you can view the PDF version and all the back issues of the Geshaview Newsletter here.

A date for your diary...

‘Reconnecting to Healing Ways’
11th to 14th November 2011

Continuing the Reconnection Series of Retreats. Have you been stressed? 
Overwhelmed by Life? Or do you need some special YOU time?

Reconnecting to Healing Ways.

A new, exciting and innovative series of Healing Retreats in Bulgaria that will help you reconnect to your source.

A holistic journey to your innermost thoughts and feelings, and to the hub of everything that reconnects at the source of All That Is, where everything begins and ends.

Over this Healing Retreat weekend we start to dialogue firstly with you and then with your body.
We dive deep beneath the waters that move on the surface of your life.

If you have a strong knowing that things can be different in your life then this Healing Retreat in Bulgaria is for you.

The Location is the beautiful Geshaview village in the heart of Bulgaria.
You can find more details and register for this Healing Ways Spiritual Retreat here.

More information about InspirationPlus can be found on their website: www.InspirationPlus.net

InspirationPlus Workshop at Geshaview

EFT level 1 – One Day Workshop - 2nd July 2011

This one day workshop is being organised and facilitated by Geshaview's Wellbeing Director and EFT Expert - Stephen Coburn.

Join us for this powerful one-day Emotional Freedom Technique workshop which introduces you to EFT and in one day gives you the knowledge and skills to use EFT effectively on yourself and your family.

Learn how to use this revolutionary and amazing tapping technique that targets unresolved emotional issues and the potential blocks to vibrant health and happiness.

The workshop runs from 10.00am to 5.00pm and the cost for the day is £80.

The Location is the beautiful Geshaview village in the heart of Bulgaria.
You can find more details and register for this EFT Workshop here.

More information about InspirationPlus can be found on their website www.InspirationPlus.net

2nd Geshaview Orienteering Cup

The 2nd competition for the Geshaview Orienteering Cup (organised by the ‘bacho Kiro-94’ Orienteering Club, Dryanovo, Bulgaria) took place on Sunday 27th March.
This Central Bulgaria Orienteering Competition saw over 350 visitors and 240 competitors from 7 clubs with all 3 generations participating, as well as international athlete - Kirol Nikolov - ranked 6th in Europe.

Competitors of all ages get ready for the start.

Happy winners with their awards.

More pictures of the event can be seen on the Geshaview Facebook page.
A full report will be in the next issue of the Geshaview Newsletter.

The next International Orienteering Festival competition has been booked for September 2012.
The competitors will include international, invited runners of world ranking.
The event will provide accommodation and entertainment for all visitors.

2 more artists register for the First Geshaview International Arts Festival

Two more artists have confirmed their intention to attend the First Geshaview International Arts Festival from the 6th to 19th May 2011.
This brings the total of artists and sculptors registered so far to 18.
More details can be found on the First Geshaview International Arts Festival page on the Geshaview website.
Countries represented are Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Czechoslovakia, Croatia, Hungaria, Italy, Kuwait, Russia and Turkey.

PANCHO PANEV
Graduated from the National Academy of Arts in Sofia in 1966, emphasis on graphics, in the class of Prof. Evtin Tomov and Prof. Vesselin Staykov. In 1972 he joined the Bulgarian Painters Union. Since 1966 regularly takes part in collective exhibitions of graphics in Sofia and inside the country, in international exhibitions in Turkey, Egypt and France. He holds solo exhibitions in St. Peterburg, Bucarest and Budapest.

THURAYA AL-BAQSAMI
Nationality: Kuwaiti
Thuraya Al-Baqsami is member of the “Kuwaiti Formative Art Society” since 1969, the “Formative Arts Group” of the GCC countries and member of the “Very Special Arts Organization” in Washington, D.C. (USA).
She was awarded the “Golden Palm Leaf” of the GCC-Print-Biennial in Riad/Saudi Arabia in 1989, in Doha/Qatar in 1992 and she won the 1st Prize of the “National Museum Exhibition” in Kuwait in 1987 and 1992.

One more artist registers for the First Geshaview International Arts Festival

Another artist has confirmed her intention to attend the First Geshaview International Arts Festival from the 6th to 19th May 2011.
More details can be found on the First Geshaview International Arts Festival page on the Geshaview website.

LUDMILA CHAGINA
Ludmila was born in Cheliabinsk, Russia and from 1971 to 1975 she studied at the art college in Saint-Petersburg. From 1975 to 1983 she studied in the I. E. Repin's Institute of painting, sculpture and architecture, department of painting in Saint-Petersburg.
Many of her works are in private collections around the world.

Landscaping at the Geshaview Courtyard continues apace...

The landscaping at Geshaview continues with the creation of the outdoor seating area for The Courtyard Bakery Bistro Garden.
This will create a multi-level seating area for enjoying coffee, refreshments or a light snack from the Courtyard Bakery Bistro.

3 more artists register for the International Arts Festival

One artist and two sculptors have confirmed their intention to attend the First Geshaview International Arts Festival from the 6th to 19th May 2011.
More details can be found on the First Geshaview International Arts Festival page on the Geshaview website.

SUZAN UĞURLUÇAM
Suzan was born in Prizren and she graduated from Belgrade University, Museology in Art History Department at the Faculty of Philosophy.
She did research and investigation for 1 year including Louvre Museum in Paris. She did research, investigation and specialization for 1 year at Galleria Nationale D’arte Moderna in Rome, Italy.

LENKA VODA BALENKOVA
Lenka was born in Brno, Czechoslovakia and studied at the Academy of Fine Arts, Bratislava and the Akademia Sztuka Piekna, Warsaw. She has exhibited in Bratislava, Warsaw, Banská; Štiavnica, Bratislava, Malacky Liptovsky Mikulas, Dehli (India) and Toledo in Spain.

IVAN PARASKOV
Nationality: Bulgarian.
Completed higher education in sculpture in 1970 and he has participated in national and international exhibitions and forums.
He has realized over 10 solo exhibitions in Europe and 16 monumental works.
His works are owned by Chastity collections in Bulgaria, Italy, Greece, Turkey, Austria, Finland, South Korea, USA and the Fund of the National Gallery.

Moving the boulders at Geshaview

Now that spring has arrived (at last!) we can continue with the landscaping of the village and placement of the boulders and rocks that have been excavated during the construction works.

As you wander around the village you will see boulders that have been carefully preserved and lovingly positioned to add to the feeling of being embraced by nature.

Spring comes to Geshaview

The warm spring sunshine has melted the snow away and after 30+ days of winter skies we can feel that the grey days of winter are behind us.
Clear skies during the day lead to crisp nights and that means a great view of the stars. David looked up and saw this on Sunday night... just a reminder that we need to look beyond the obvious... it's all there waiting!

This picture was taken using a normal, digital camera, no extra lenses or telescope was used.

2 more artists from Turkey register for the First Geshaview International Arts Festival

Two more artists from Turkey have confirmed their intention to attend the First Geshaview International Arts Festival from the 6th to 19th May 2011.
More details can be found on the First Geshaview International Arts Festival page on the Geshaview website.

PINAR PARTANAZ
Pınar was born in Istanbul in 1981. She started her art career in the Painting Department of Istanbul High School of Fine Arts in 1996. Afterwards, she continued her education in the painting department of Fine Arts Faculty of Marmara University during 1999-2003. She then completed the Master of Arts on the basic Section of Painting Program at Mimar Sinan University of Fine Arts in Istanbul.

SELIN AKTAN
Selin is an artist, painter, sculptor, writer whose work can be found in public and private collections around the world.
She is an established artist from Istanbul.
Selin has exhibited work in her hometown of Istanbul and across the globe in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Paris, Vienna, Zurich, Greece, Bulgaria, Poland, Italy, Denmark and Egypt.

More artists register for The First Geshaview International Arts Festival, 6-19 May 2011

More artists are confirming their intention to attend the First Geshaview International Arts Festival from the 6th to 19th May 2011.
More details can be found on the First Geshaview International Arts Festival page on the Geshaview website.

ADIL YUSIFOV
Adil graduated from the State Art College n/a A.Azimzade, Baku, Azerbaijan in 1996 and from the State University of Culture and Arts, Baku, Azerbaijan in 2000.

ZERNISHAN ALQAYEVA
Zernishan graduated from the Art Academy, Baku, Azerbaijan in 2007 and from the Art Academy, magistr, Baku in 2009.
She has exhibited in the Netherlands, Greece, Argentina and Turkey.

ZOLTAN LUDVIG
Zoltán Ludvig in his pictures goes back to the roots, the ultimate limits. He likes to stir up our collective consciousness by his paintings. He can present an original state of the living substance, the first moment, when life starts.

DÁNIEL LUDVIG
Dániel Ludvig graduated at Pécs in 1999 as a graphic designer. His work consists of highly textured mixed media canvases of simplified faces with focusing on the eyes and of animal shapes.

More artists who have registered for the Geshaview International Arts Festival

We are receiving more confirmations from artists and sculptors wishing to attend the First Geshaview International Arts Festival from the 6th to 19th May 2011.
More details can be found on the First Geshaview International Arts Festival page on the Geshaview website.

HRISTO PANEV
Hristo is a recognized author in the contemporary Bulgarian art. He works in the sphere of paintings, graphics, illustration, book design and monumental art.

GABRIEL PANEV
Gabriel is a representative of the youngest generation Bulgarian artists.
He graduated in the subject of painting at the Sts Cyril and Methodius University of Veliko Tarnovo.

IVANICHKA PANEVA
Ivanichka is one of those artists who fell in love in with the romantic corners of Bulgarian landscape and architecture of the ancient capital Veliko Tarnovo.

Spring is here, but...

The UK may be enjoying warm Spring sunshine but at Geshaview there was a fresh fall of snow at the weekend which means that the restarting of the landscaping work is further delayed.

The view from the Courtyard Terrace across the village.

More snow is forecast for the next couple of days with warmer weather and sunshine by the weekend when the temperature could reach 15ºC. So perhaps by next week we will also be able to see the first new buds of spring!

We are now receiving confirmation from artists and sculptors wishing to attend the First Geshaview International Arts Festival from the 6th to 19th May 2011. As they register we will show you a sample of their work.
More details can be found on the First Geshaview International Arts Festival page on the Geshaview website.

Alexandre Osipov
Alexandre Osipov paints fantastically beautiful pictures. They are consistent in composition, shape, colour and craft. He paints pictures without breaking, without stem displacement. He paints in the unbroken understanding of the artist for his own work.

Giuseppe Spitu
Giuseppe Spitu is known for his performances and his installations but also for his sculptures, working in various materials like plastic, resin, glass, or wood.
This particular piece was created last year and is on display at Geshaview.

Milena Mladenova
Milena studied at the National School of Plastic Arts and Design-akad. Dechko Uzunov-Kazanlak and at the University “St. St. Cyril and Methodius where she was a student of sculpture.

Forthcoming event for your diary...

6th May - 19th May 2011

The First Geshaview International Arts Festival will promote 

creative contacts between artists from Bulgaria and abroad and will extend 

the interest in Bulgarian art and culture.

For more information visit the International Arts Festival web page.

The First Geshaview International Arts Festival is promoted in 

association with the Panev Gallery in Veliko Tarnovo:

For more information visit the Panev Gallery's website.

Geshaview Orienteering Cup competition - 27th March 2011

Following the success of the orienteering competition in October last year we are pleased to announce that Geshaview will be sponsoring the 2nd competition for the Geshaview Orienteering Cup (organised by the ‘bacho Kiro-94’ Orienteering Club, Dryanovo, Bulgaria) which will take place on Sunday 27th March 2011.

Check in time: from 9.00am

Competition start time: from 10.30am

The route will be the surrounding area of the Geshaview village.

The winners at last year's competition receive their medals.

Awards:
Every competitor completing the course will receive a medal presented on successful completion and scrutinisation. In addition the top 3 in each category will be presented with certificates of achievement reflecting their position. Prize money will also be presented to the first 3 competitors in the two main men’s and woman’s categories.

Entry Forms: Are available by email from stephen@geshaview.eu

Accommodation: This is available at Geshaview with adequate prior notification.

A video guide to a 3 bed Mews Cottage

Over the next few weeks we will (hopefully) bring you a series of guided tours of each of the properties for sale or holiday rental at the Geshaview village in Bulgaria.
Our first tour is of a 3 bedroom Mews Cottage and our guide is David Hollands.



These dwellings, with large bedrooms, are strategically located in the village and designed to maximize internal space. With magnificent views, spacious lounge and dining areas, front and rear balconies these cottages are very special.

Yoga Retreat at Geshaview in Bulgaria

Come and join us at our Yoga Retreat in Bulgaria - on Thursday 5th May to Sunday 8th May 2011 - for a long weekend abroad and invest in your health with yoga.

This 4 day Yoga Retreat is being organised by UK based SimplyBeingLotus. The intention of Simply Being Yoga is to bring the energy vibrations of the body, mind and spirit into harmony. Allowing us to Bring Energy Into Now and Give to ourselves and others. Yoga allows us to be blissful in our natural state.

Practice and discover further yogic lifestyle disciples including: Pranayama, asana, meditation yoga nidra, chanting & yogic eating.

For more details or to book your place on this Yoga Retreat please go to the www.geshaview.eu website

Blue sky... fresh snow... a perfect winter's day at Geshaview

We can't resist videoing the snow at Geshaview. Especially when the sun is shining because in a day or two the snow will melt away.
This was taken on the 31 January 2011 by David.

Geshaview Newsletter - latest issue

Open publication

The January/February issue of the Geshaview newsletter is now available to read.

Inside this issue are articles on the plans for the Wellbeing Lodge and Forest Discovery Park at Geshaview.

In a previous post we mentioned that the Geshaview website has been re-designed and up-dated to reflect that we are now getting ready to position Geshaview for the future – as a holiday destination! In this issue we explain in greater detail how the new website functions.

Plus, we have the report and pictures on the competition for the Dryanovo and Geshaview Orienteering Cups held in October last year.

You can download a PDF This can also be found on our website, along with all the other back issues at: www.geshaview.eu/geshaview_newsletter_issues.html

Melting icicles at Geshaview

The peace and quiet of Geshaview is broken only by the sound of melting icicles.
This clip was taken by David Hollands on the 27th January 2011.

Winter scene at Geshaview

The Geshaview village lies peacefully under a blanket of snow.
This short video clip, taken by David Hollands, shows the latest snowfall at Geshaview and was taken on the 27th January 2011.
Visit the Geshaview website to see the picture gallery.

New look Geshaview website and blog

The Geshaview village web site (and this blog) have been up-dated to reflect that we are now getting ready to position Geshaview for the future – as a holiday destination!

New look Geshaview website.

The first thing you will notice about the new web site is that the focus is no longer on selling property.
Of course, there are still houses and apartments for sale at Geshaview, but the future of the village is in it becoming a holiday destination.
This re-design is very much looking to the future. many of you will be aware that some of the proposed facilities are not available at the moment (this will be fully explained to anyone who enquires about a holiday at Geshaview) but we anticipate that throughout 2011 the village will begin to come alive with visitors.
The next issue of our newsletter will contain a detailed overview of how the website functions, but why not have a look at the new Geshaview website yourself?

InspirationPlus Workshops at Geshaview

May 20th - May 23rd 2011
An Exploration of Earth Energies

Stephen Coburn will be presenting his first workshop entitled ‘An Exploration of Earth Energies Workshop’. This will be an opportunity to explore and discover the Energy and Healing power that abound from ancient rocks, trees and land that form the matrix of the Geshaview village in Bulgaria.

An inspired opportunity to spend time in a special place created and embraced by nature and explore its hidden secrets.

More details and a booking form are on our website: www.geshaview.eu/wellbeing

Spiritual Retreats at Geshaview...

April 1st - April 4th 2011
Reconnecting the Heart in the Heart of Bulgaria.

The heart energy overrides everything. It has no opinion on your spiritual belief, what your lifestyle is, what colour you are, what your profession may be, or what age or gender you are. But, when you are in the heart energy you are truly at the heart of the matter.
Geshaview will welcome you as it opens its heart and holds you in the palm of its hand, at this very special place upon the earth.
This Spiritual Retreat is led by
Valery Coburn.

More details and a booking form are on our web site: www.geshaview.eu/wellbeing