Languedoc-Painting and Creative Arts List

Art Holidays Pyrenees South of France

At the charming Moulin de Perle

Our Art Holidays are available during April, May, September and October.

Art Pyrenees courses are designed to give students the opportunity to relax and be creative at their own pace.

This spectacular area of France is an artist’s paradise, frequented by Picasso, Dali, Maillol, Matisse and was the birthplace of Fauvism.

The Accommodation

The accommodation is at the charming Moulin de Perle artistically restored into 3 character homes with inspirational terraced gardens bordered by a tranquil stream.  Hosted by Stuart and Kate who assure a friendly and comfortable stay. 

Moulin de Perle Ancient Watermill is peacefully situated in a picturesque valley in the Lower Fenouilledes foothills of the Pyrenees. This tranquil location makes an ideal base for artists. 

Comfortable bedrooms within our character cottages

Possibility of sharing for couples and friends

Unlimited daily tuition

Location and on site painting

French style breakfast, light lunch or picnics

Afternoon refreshments

Homemade evening meals with local wine or soft drinks, including 3 evenings at local Auberge.

Perpignan Airport collection and location transport

One free rest day (optional)

Watercolour starter pack (additional materials also available for purchase)

Small groups, 8 maximum.

Whether on site or one of the many beauty spots in the area. Offering vineyards, forests, rivers and stunning gorges. Historic Cathar Castles perched on rocky outcrops creating breathtaking vistas of the mountains and mediterranean.

Each season presents its own colour range, fresh greens and yellows of spring through to the incredible autumn colours of the vines and deciduous forests.  The flora is unique, having the largest range of wild orchids in France.  All providing a rich source of inspiration.

Prices and Booking Information

Weeks available during
April/May/September/October

Excludes transport to and from France.

‘Dejeuner sur l’herbe’ Vacance.  The opportunity for working with a model in the French Countryside is also available subject to availability during April – May for an additional £45.00 per person.

The Courses

They will be run on a weekly all-inclusive basis.  The courses will incorporate excursions to suitable sites, to explore and express the colours and shapes of the surrounding area.  There will be the opportunity to work traditionally or develop abstract interpretation. All levels or students are welcome. Fleur will demonstrate techniques and guide students according to their individual needs.

Tutor - Fleur Gray

Born in London, studied at Leeds and Canterbury.  She has carried out numerous commissions.  Resident artist in Gillespies Exhibitions and Morris Singer Foundry.  She has exhibited widely, including the Mall Galleries, I.C.A, R.C.A and with the Society of Botanical Artists, at the Westminster Gallery. As a tutor at Sussex Downs College she taught painting, sculpture, portrait, mixed media, Chinese brush and silk painting. 

She has run workshops for all ages and abilities and demonstrated materials for PlanAhead.  Formerly President of the Eastbourne Group, Fleur is now President of the l’Association des Arts en Fenouilledes.  Winner of the regional art prize at the 2004 Latour de France festival and the Sussex Open Art Club Prize. She is inspired by landscape and botanical subjects.  As a teacher, she creates a reassuring friendly atmosphere.

Getting there

There are daily Ryanair low-cost flights from Stansted to Perpignan, Girona or Carcassone.

For further details please visit the website at:

www.pyreneesartholidays.com

To book an art holiday in the Pyrenees please contact:

Stuart and Kate Nuth
Moulin de Perle
66220 Fosse
Pyrenees Orientales
Languedoc-Roussillon

Click here to email the owner

Tel: +33 (0)4 68 59 27 93

When booking this property please mention Relax in France

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