Painting Holidays in France
The joy of France
The Dordogne is a painter’s paradise, and one of France’s most beautiful regions, we invite you to discover it.
Our relaxing and inspiring Saturday to Saturday residential painting courses give you the opportunity to paint in the studio or "plien air" and are tailored to meet your own individual needs.
Great Tuition
Steven
Reed is an experienced and enthusiastic teacher who ensures that all students
have plenty of opportunity for personal attention. Groups are limited to
a maximum of six participants.
Beginners receive sensitive instruction in the basics of drawing and painting in the medium of their choice. You will also be encouraged to develop your own style, in an environment that is both stimulating and structured with demonstrations of techniques provided as required.
Beginners or experienced painters
For the more experienced artist, the Dordogne offers an inspiring and refreshing environment.
There are many historical chateaux, exciting local markets, breathtaking landscapes and peaceful river scenes to make your brush quiver .... The tutor can create an individual programme to develop a particular aspect or type of subject matter the experienced artist wishes to develop.
Experiment with mixed media
Steven offers tuition in a wide range of media; watercolour, oil painting, acrylics, mixed media, pastels & drawing and encourages you to experiment widely during your stay.
Don't forget the regional food and wine
During your stay you get the opportunity to have a "taste of France" and experience a range of local and regional cuisine and try the delicious wines of the area. There are also many leisure activities for non-painting partners in the locality.
Painting Holiday Dates for 2011 / 2012
| 2013 HOLIDAY DATES (Sat to Sat) | 2012 HOLIDAY DATES (Sat to Sat) |
| Sat 07 Apr 2012 - Sat 14 Apr 2012 | |
| Sat 21 Apr 2012 - Sat 28 Apr 2012 | |
| Sat 05 May 2012 - Sat 12 May 2012 | |
| Sat 02 Jun 2012 - Sat 09 Jun 2012 | |
| Sat 16 Jun 2012 - Sat 23 Jun 2012 | |
| Sat 30 Jun 2012 - Sat 07 Jul 2012 | |
| Sat 21 Jul 2012 - Sat 28 Jul 2012 | |
| Sat 04 Aug 2012 - Sat 11 Aug 2012 | |
| Sat 25 Aug 2012 - Sat 01 Sep 2012 | |
| (Updated 18 Jan 2011) | Sat 15 Sep 2012 - Sat 22 Sep 2012 |
| Sat 06 Oct 2012 - Sat 13 Oct 2012 | |
| Sat 20 Oct 2012 - Sat 27 Oct 2012 | |
| Sat 10 Nov 2012 - Sat 17 Nov 2012 | |
| Sat 24 Nov 2012 - Sat 01 Dec 2012 | |
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An example of a weeks holiday at L’Atelier des
Arts
Many people ask us what happens during a typical week. We have provided an example below, but we are VERY flexible when it comes to planning your perfect painting holiday.
| Saturday | Arrival, welcome chat. Set-up materials in the studio - discuss
what you hope to achieve during the course. Go for a walk or cycle ride and discover the Perigordian village of St-Severin d’Estissac. Aperitifs and dinner at 7:30 with your hosts in the courtyard. (Evening working) Students may have evening access to the studio. |
| Sunday | Daily timetable 12:00-2:00 Lunch in the garden |
| Monday | Demonstrations and work in the studio on methods and techniques. Paint, tutor on hand. |
| Tuesday | Field trip with picnic to the paper mill at Couze. Studio time in the afternoon. |
| Wednesday | Working in the studio and working outside. |
| Thursday | Local Market. St.Astier . Studio time in the afternoon. |
| Friday | Working in the studio and working outside. Review of the week's achievements farewell evening dinner. |
| Saturday | Departure. (It is possible to stay an extra day for a small supplement if your flight times require it) |
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