The last time you took a line for a walk, did you both get lost? Do you wish you could paint an effortless watercolour, carve stone, sing or play a musical instrument?
Whether your tool of choice is a plectrum or a paintbrush, a tuning fork or a trowel our tutors are dedicated to passing on their creative skills and bringing out the artist in you. Whatever your chosen material or medium: clay, paint, paper, stone, jazz or classical you're just a few clicks away from your achieving your ambition.
Join a class of like-minded people for a real hands-on learning experience in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Get made-to-measure personal tuition with a passionate professional. From a half-day workshop to a two week holiday: you compose the course that suits you.
Painted Furniture Techniques
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The Art of Painted Furniture – come to the heart of Brittany and learn to transform a tired piece of furniture or a new item into something to treasure, with a pot or two of paint and a brush, feather or rag! The ultimate in functional art.
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Do you want to learn about embroidery and textile art? Are you looking for an experienced, expert teacher? Are you looking for quality accommodation in a beautiful area? Have you ever visited the Vendée? Do you want to know more?
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From the Andes to the Vienne! Come and meet our lovely herd of Alpacas on our family farm, see for yourself how we raise them and learn to hand spin their fleece into beautifully soft yarn. more.... >
Chapeaux at the Château with Milliner Dillon Wallwork creator of hats for some of the world’s most beautiful women, such as Princess Diana & Jerry Hall. You can learn the secrets of his craft in the sumptuous surroundings of Château Dumas.more.... >
Is your garden tired, out of control? Are you starting from scratch with a new patch? Let me put you on the right path to a beautiful garden. Learn my Chelsea Gold Medal winning garden secrets in comfort and style in gorgeous Gascony.more.... >
Brittany rocks! Want to be a guitar hero? Want to be a singing star? Want electrifying stage presence? Learn from a real professional in a fully-equipped, purpose-built studio.
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Jewel bright,light through coloured glass has entranced people for centuries. Here at Ty Skol in the peaceful Brittany countryside you can learn to make your own stained glass from small ornaments to decorate your home to a complete windowmore.... >
Ever felt like turning to stone....................carving? Yes! Well join professional sculptor Zoabuc for a workshop in her garden near Sauzé-Vaussais where you will learn all the skills required to make your very own sculpture.
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Creative writing retreats in the lush Cevennes mountains of southern France. Prose, poetry and mixed genre courses with experienced, inspirational tutors. more.... >
Painting Mixed Media: Emphasis on looking and seeing applied to colour , light and texture in this corner of the Conflent in the Pyrénées-Orientales. more.... >
Painting Riviera offers you the unique chance to live and paint in Matisse's villa in Vence. Our one week painting courses aim to unlock your artistic potential, enjoy the Southern French light and follow in the footsteps of Matisse.more.... >
Adam Cope offers inspiring painting tuition either on a residential painting holiday or non-residential in south of the Dordogne.
Warm welcome for all levels. Learn to see in a way that helps your painting. Expert help with the techniques.more.... >
Have camera? Will travel? Join us for an unforgettable photography holiday in the picture perfect Pyrénées with top photographer and experienced tutor Nigel Bradley
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Whether you are an experienced painter or have never picked up a brush, course leader Janette Hayhoe will effortlessly guide you through all the things you need to get started and you'll leave with a completed painting.more.... >
Residential Painting Holidays at Chateau Coye, home of BBC Antiques Roadshow Expert. Professional tuition by Ron Bowen, head of The Slade School of Fine Art, London. Superb en-suite accommodation and fine cuisine.more.... >
Here's a course where water and colour come
together. With local artist Anne Bosset you'll
learn about the movement of colour in water &
where better to learn than a beautiful old
watermill with waterfalls & pools covered in
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Bi-lingual Textiles And Arts courses by Artist Nikola Orpen. We are situated in Lot-et-garonne near Agen, we offer courses one week/three day/whole day and half day for individuals and groups upto 6 people. Residential and non-residential.more.... >
Get into a spin in rural Normandy! Learn this fascinating & ancient craft from an experienced spinner. Try different materials & techniques. Beginners & intermediate spinners welcome. Come with a friend or small group or come alone.more.... >
Discover ceramics in the tranquillity of the Deux-Sèvres countryside. Long and short courses for locals and holidaymakers, for you, your family and your friends.
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Follow in the footsteps of great artists such as Matisse and Picasso who loved and were inspired by this landscape. Join us for a friendly personalised painting holiday in the picture perfect Pyrénées with your experienced tutor Janet Lylemore.... >
Picture a house in the French countryside among rolling hills and gentle views and sleepy villages where you wake to the sound of cicadas and church bells. You're picturing an Acy Art Holiday!more.... >
South of France bi-lingual Creative Retreats. 'Elements of Creation' residential or 1 day workshops: introductory mixed arts courses using art, drama, song, dance, bodywork, creative writing + follow-up courses with experts in these fields.more.... >
You've mastered the Three Rs now try the Three Ps: Patchwork with Penny in the Pyrénées. Day courses for locals and tailor-made holiday courses at Le Jardin du Curé: three charming cottages, lovely gardens and pool – paradise!
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WATERCOLOUR PAINTING, CERAMIC PAINTING, CALLIGRAPHY with Diana Dabinett. As a professional Artist with my own Gallery I have created a space where I can share my passion for watercolour painting with others. I offer watercolour painting classes, ceramic painting classes and calligraphy classes to groups or individuals depending on your preference.
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Come to Hameau de Certes for a suberb painting holiday in stunning surroundings. Imagine yourself, paintbrush (or wineglass) in hand, looking over rolling green hills, taking in the magnificent views of distant villages and the Pyrénéesmore.... >
The Ultimate Writing Holiday. Past participants say we should call our creative writing courses bespoke because they felt like everything was tailored specifically for them. It was and is.more.... >
Courses in handbuilt ceramics, culminating in dramatic Raku firings, in lovely setting close to the Pont du Gard. Small groups, mixed levels, beginners welcome. Inspiring visits offered, also
accommodation, good food, air/rail pick-upmore.... >
This is a dream of a course in a dream of a place. A Silver Jewellery Masterclass in an 18th century château with huge gardens and a pool. Luxury and pampering guaranteed, skills learned and jewellery to take home!more.... >
It's curtains for you!........or cushions, blinds, dressmaking or starting your own sewing business. All this and more in the beautiful South Charente countryside. Sewing courses and sewing holidays with expert tutor Sue Hazell.
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Drawing and painting for ages 11 plus up to A level and art school entry portfolios. I offer teaching from beginner to A level, individual and in groups at your home or mine or at a distance and online. Jenny Webb BA hons (Painting)ATC.more.... >
Painting and Printmaking courses for all abilities
in South-West France. Join us, in our beautiful 18th Century farmhouse on one of our art courses for a week of creativity, relaxation and tranquility in the company of like-minded people. more.... >
Piano or singing instruction given by experienced teacher and coach, comprehensive approach with fast results but you dictate the pace. We will tailor the course to your needs.more.... >
Got a secret hoard of vintage fabric..silk ribbons..lace..? Need ideas to give your treasures a new lease of life & create unique & beautiful items to decorate your home or give as gifts? Indulge your passion & yourself at Chateau Dumas.more.... >
Antiques Breaks hosted by BBC Antiques Roadshow Experts at Chateau Coye in S.W. France. Includes lectures, hands-on study sessions, visits to Chateaux and Galleries, Wine Tasting with a Master of Wine. Superb accommodation & Cuisine.more.... >
The Garden Design Academy offers distance learning and residential courses in gardening, horticulture and garden design. Courses include RHS Horticulture and Certificate in Garden Design and are suitable for both amateurs and professionals.more.... >
A perfect mixture at le Moulin d'Annepont..Acrylic
& Mixed Media Painting in an idyllic setting.
You'll sketch, experiment with texture:
paper..sand...collage. You'll construct a
composition with a mix of abstract &
figurative..et voilà!more.... >
Spend a long weekend, several days or a week - alone or with a group - working on your writing with a tutor/mentor, with time to think, read, write and visit this beautiful area of southern France. Excellent local food and wine included;more.... >
Art holidays combining creativity, inspiration & relaxation. Workshops led by visiting artists take advantage of unique location near Nice, drawing inspiration from spectacular countryside & famous local galleries. Daily yoga or Qigong.more.... >
Village Sketchbook watercolor workshop
The first five day course is a thorough review for any artist but not too difficult for a serious beginner. Catherine demonstrates how to paint washes, mix colors & create textures, good compositionmore.... >
PAINT PROVENCE Personal Provence: 10-Day Residential Painting Workshops with a definite difference. From $3500
for everything but your air fare.
“The summer was great but the best workshop
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Learn to take a rough block of timber and literally “turn” it into a beautiful object here at my workshop l'Âme du Bois - the Soul of Wood in the Northern Dordogne. I offer tailor-made one to one tuition in the art of wood-turning.
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Hone your photography skills with an experienced professional. Bespoke photography courses in the South of France – one day, one week or more, you choose. Holiday courses and local tuition.
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Pastels, acrylics and drawing, I will teach you the essential techniques for your chosen medium, from beginners to advanced, everyone is welcome. I offer residential courses and workshops for locals.more.... >
Cook. Write. Paint. Be.
Do one activity. Do two. Do them all.
Arrive Friday evening, leave Monday afternoon.
First class food, an idyllic setting, and expert-led activities in painting, cooking and creativity boosting writing exercises.more.... >
