Lagrasse France Spring Painting Workshop May 2016 tba
For each workshop we try and find a unique setting in which to work on our painting skills.
We have chosen Lagrasse for this upcoming workshop. Here's why:
We have chosen Lagrasse for this upcoming workshop. Here's why:
Situated in the wild and beautiful Corbiere Hills on the banks of the river Orbieu and
known as ‘one of the most beautiful villages in France’.
known as ‘one of the most beautiful villages in France’.
Lagrasse is both an inspiring and relaxing place to visit.
Famous for its Benedictine Abbey, founded in 799 by Charlemagne, its picturesque covered market, the 12th century hump back stone bridge, and its labyrinth of medieval streets. Throughout the year Lagrasse village and surrounding areas offer a variety of places to explore and many things to do.
Lagrasse is ideally situated to experience local culture, sample the cuisine and the abundant wines of the area.
Once the home of the Cathars the region is steeped in rich and mysterious history. Only a short distance away is the wonderful medieval cite Carcassonne, the Cathar castles of Queribus and Peyrepertruse and the Abbey Fontfroid with its beautiful gardens. The vibrant cities of Montpellier and Toulouse are also within easy reach.
Those with an appreciation for nature and art may wish to explore the Sculpture Trail, a wonderful walk through the hills amongst a diverse and eccentric collection of sculptures made of many differing mediums.
LOCATION
Lagrasse is located in the heart of the Corbieres wine region.
Approximate driving times are:
• 20 minutes from Lezignan
• 40 minutes from Carcassonne
• 35 minutes from Narbonne
• 1 hr 5mins from Perpignan
• 1hr 30mins from Montpellier
• 1hr 15mins from Toulouse
• 2hr from Girona
• 3hrs from Barcelona
• 40 minutes from Carcassonne
• 35 minutes from Narbonne
• 1 hr 5mins from Perpignan
• 1hr 30mins from Montpellier
• 1hr 15mins from Toulouse
• 2hr from Girona
• 3hrs from Barcelona
International Airports
Toulouse and Barcelona
Toulouse and Barcelona
Regional Airports
Carcassonne, Montpellier, Perpignan and Girona (Spain)
Carcassonne, Montpellier, Perpignan and Girona (Spain)
Local trains from
Lezignan and Carcassonne
Lezignan and Carcassonne
Long distance and high speed trains
(TGV) from Narbonne
(TGV) from Narbonne
Car Rental
Most major rental companies are represented at all the airports and the major railway stations.
Most major rental companies are represented at all the airports and the major railway stations.
Please visit our website www.artworksfrance.com for more information, or contact me directly through this website.
Brief description of Workshop
Meet after breakfast to go over different techniques then begin work, break for lunch, regroup afterwards and continue painting or explore nearby sites of interest. Critique of work in afternoon with glass of wine to finish the day.
You will have a couple of free afternoons to further explore the area.
All skill levels welcome!
MISCELLANEOUS
Weather. Always a variable. Should be in the 60s and 70s in the Spring.
Carry all paints in checked bags NOT CARRY ON.
Check with your airline regarding baggage and weight. Things are constantly in flux these days.
Get trip insurance. You must insure yourself for this workshop.
Art Supply list will be available soon.
Also in the works:
Fall 2016 Provence
Other destinations under consideration
Santa Fe/Taos
Todos Santos, Mexico
Italy
Spain