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Stay 7 nights in a beautiful French country house in a tranquil part of Gascony and combine studio sessions with painting 'en plein air'; includes visits to the local villages for wine tasting, great lunches and be inspired on a visit to the local gallery to explore French paintings.
2024 Available Dates/Instructors:
April 25 – May 2 – Nicki Saunders – ‘Watercolour Magic and Mixed Media’ – Watercolour and Brusho Crystal Techniques May 3 – May 10 – Jo Perkins – ‘A...Read All
Jill and Terry have always had a passion for European travel. This led to a permanent move to France and almost 20 years later, they are still in love with everything French and love the people, lifestyle, culture and cuisine. Jill's other passion is art and she paints in oil and pastel, mainly during the quiet Winter months. The Painting holiday business seemed a perfect way to combine all their interests and share their knowledge and love of their beautiful region.
Jill and Terry have always had a passion for European travel. This led to a permanent move to France and almost 20 years later, they are still in love with everything French and love the people, lifestyle, culture and cuisine. Jill's other passion is art and she paints in oil and pastel, mainly during the quiet Winter months. The Painting holiday business seemed a perfect way to combine all their interests and share their knowledge and love of their beautiful region.
Just 10 minutes from St Puy is this beautiful French country house in this tranquil part of Gascony, known for its wonderful hearty cuisine. With 5 wonderfully decorated and individual double ensuite bedrooms, outside pool and sunny terrace for alfresco dining, your stay will be a comfortable and memorable one.
Nearest airport:
Toulouse (1 hour 15 minutes by car)
From airport pick to final drop off the holiday could not be faulted. Terry and Jill hosted our group courteously with super food and extremely comfortable and beautiful bedrooms. The house is gorgeous and the studio very well equipped. Our teacher Nicki Saunders was kind and very well organised, her teaching notes and methods are excellent. We had some good outings and I cannot but praise the whole experience.
Not in the Guidebooks has given us one of the best holidays ever! I have had a painting holiday in the South of France on my bucket list for ages & this certainly delivered. La Salle near Toulouse made the perfect setting and the owners, Gill and Terry, couldn't do enough for us. Their house was lovely, comfortable and had a studio in the garden for the painting - perfect. They picked us up from the airport, took us on all the excursions which we
What a lovely time! Thanks for being so generous with your home and time. I even learned to paint a little'!
Ssssh! Gers is a wonderful secret!! I've fallen in love with the entire area as well as La Salle. I'll be back!
Terry and Jill, the way you share your home is such a wonderful gift, thankyou for the wonderful memories, experiences and great food! I visited in 2019 and was thrilled to return. Hope to see you again to make more memories.
A beautiful home run by Terry and Jill who could not do enough for us. The food was truly scrumptious. The bedrooms spotless and comfortable. Outings were varied and interesting. Our tutor was enthusiastic, friendly and approachable and encouraging. I, personally, needed some more direction.
Amazing week. Loved the food, the venue and the hosts Terry and Jill were amazing very warm and welcoming.
Fantastic relaxing week! I'd recommend it!
- Suitable for all painting levels from beginners to more experienced artists
- Minimum age 18
- The course uses various mediums including pastels, oil, acrylic, watercolour, ink and mixed media but please check the dates below for the mediums and subject covered on specific dates
- Holidays are fun and informal but productive and the tutors offer a wealth of experience
- Note: Artists are required to bring their own brushes and paints, paper and canvas (a list of materials will be sent prior to arrival)
- Arrivals are on set dates throughout the year, please check the dates below for information on subjects and medium used on each date
- Painting holidays are for 7 nights / 8 days
Getting there
Nearest airport:
Toulouse (1 hour 15 minutes by car)
Transfers included:
Transfers are included in the price to and from Toulouse airport at 3pm for the standard 1 week programme. If you extend your stay, transfers are charged at an extra amount, please ask for prices before booking.
To confirm your transfer, please request this at least 14 days in advance of arrival and provide your full flight arrival and departure information.
Please note that airport pick-up is around 3pm on arrival day so any guests arriving earlier will be asked to wait at the airport until the pick-up time for the group.
If you arrive later than 3pm, you can either take the train from Toulouse to Agen for a pick up from the train station or request a later pick-up but there is an additional cost for this and is subject to availability of the host and based on the timetable of the other guests so please do check this before booking.
Your hosts have easels and boards for painting in the studio and outdoor for all guests, along with a basic range of paints and other materials in all mediums for anyone who is unable to bring their own. The guests will need to bring their own brushes.
Belle Vue which is the additional accommodation if La Salle is full.
All activities meals, workshops, transfers take place as a group at Las Salle. Belle Vue is a 10 minute walk from La Salle. Your hosts will provide transport to and from as required for those who prefer.
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