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11 Narbonne, Franceoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastels  18+
Chateau Ventenac2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidaystailored tuition  beginnersimprovers
Tel: UK 07773 206344info@chateauventenac.comgo to website
  MarAprMayJun  SepOctNov 
 Chateau Ventenac offers a selection of flexible residential painting holidays and art/design courses in the Spring & Autumn, all run by experienced tutors. The Chateau is set on the banks of the Canal du Midi in an area of outstanding natural beauty.
31 Beauchalot, Francedrawingpottery, ceramicssculpture, carving, castingother (various creative courses)  16+
Frances Marsden2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidaystailored tuition  beginnersimprovers
Tel/Fax: +33 561 90 50 21francesmarsden@wanadoo.frgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Frances Ceramics
31360 Beauchalot
FRANCE
Ceramic Sculpture / Pottery / Drawing courses inspired by the magnificent landscapes of the Pyrenees. Exciting courses with excellent tuition, designed with care to ensure the maximum enjoyment and creative fulfilment for all levels and abilities.
47 Monflanquin, Franceoils, acrylicsdrawing    18+
Atelier Neo Medicilonger non-residentiallonger residential, holidays   beginnersimprovers
Tel: +33 5 53 36 31 46gregory.pelizzari@wanadoo.frgo to website
  MarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNov 
 Renaissance painting: The Technique 'Mixte', a tempera-oil technique (Van Eyck). Underpainting and glazing for detailed realism and greater luminosity of color than simple oil painting. A three-month intensive painting workshop.
66 Vinca, nr Prades, Franceoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelsphotography 18+
Ecole de Peinture Mas Saurine1-day workshop2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidaystailored tuition beginnersimprovers
Tel: +33 4 68 05 85 66carolynnhindesmith@hotmail.comgo to website
  MarAprMayJunJulAugSepOct  
Mas Saurine
66320 Joch
Pyrenees Orientales
France
SE France Painting holidays. Also cookery, photography weeks. Individual, sensitive tuition. Small groups, spacious studio fully equipped. Very comfortable accom adjoining the studio. Visits to villages & coast. 30 mins from Perpignan airport.
81 Tarn, Franceoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelsother (various creative courses) 18+
Olivier Artlonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: UK 07714 294485olivierart51@googlemail.comgo to website
    MayJunJul Sep   
EN OLIVIER
81470 Algans
France
Each tutor offers a different programme dealing with the many varied ways of painting the landscape. Panoramic views. Residential 10-day artist workshops. Full board en-suite accommodation. Toulouse/Albi 45mins. Suitable for non-painting partner.
84 Saignon, Luberon, Franceoils, acrylicslife drawing, life paintingwatercoloursdrawing  18+
Personal Provencelonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: +33 4 90 74 08 55mizmittle@yahoo.comgo to website
    MayJunJul SepOct  
La Maison des Arts et Lettres
Place de l'Horloge
84400 Saignon
FRANCE
Residential 10-day painting workshops for small groups, beginner to established artist, with charming accommodation, gourmet cuisine & wine, enthusiastic hosts, personalized instruction & coaching - and a show of your work as finale!
Carcassonne, Franceoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelstextilesother (various creative courses)16+
French House Experiencelonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: UK 01299 896819enquiries@frenchhouseparty.co.ukgo to website
   AprMayJunJul SepOct  
The Jaylands
Abberley
Worcester
WR6 6BN
Exclusive 5-day tutored arts & leisure breaks in top-class accomm: Pool, Tennis, Boules, ensuite rooms. Textile arts, Painting, etc. Transport provided. Wine-tasting + restaurant outing. Fabulous cuisine. All-inc. from £750 pp (no single supps).
Carcassonne, Franceother (various creative courses)     16+
French House Experiencelonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: UK 01299 896819enquiries@frenchhouseparty.co.ukgo to website
   AprMayJunJul SepOct  
The Jaylands
Abberley
Worcester
WR6 6BN
Explore a Unique Experience. 5-day tutored breaks: Books & Drama, Creative Writing, Movie-Making, Cookery. Top-class accomm: Pool, Tennis, Boules, ensuite A/C bedrooms, fabulous cuisine, wine-tasting + restaurant outing. All-inc. from £750 pp.
Normandy, Franceoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastels  15+
Elizabeth Watkinslonger non-residential    beginnersimprovers
Tel: +33 2 33 21 19 51elizabeth@elizabethwatkins.infogo to website
    MayJunJulAugSep   
3 Rte Hameau Vasselin
50390 Besneville
Normandy
France
Based in the Normandy Cotentin Peninsula, the course is open to all abilities with individual tuition given by an experienced artist and teacher in all mediums. Gite in the artist's home available.
St Quentin laPoterie, Franceoils, acrylicswatercolourspottery, ceramics   18+
Taste Provence Ltdlonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: +33 686 451310info@tasteprovence.comgo to website
    MayJun  Sep   
 Affordable, luxury painting holidays in the South of France, with the emphasis on comfort. We supply the relaxed atmosphere, artists, local cuisine, and then let France take care of the rest.
Amalfi/L Como, Italyoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastels  16+
Tuscany in the Framelonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel/Fax: 0039 075 826681raffaelenobile@onetel.comgo to website
      
Raffaele Nobile
Il Molino di Bordone, C.S.116
52040 Montanare di Cortona
(AR) Tuscany   ITALY
Tuscany in the Frame will be offering courses in Amalfi and at Lake Como in 2011 - check our website for details of these and also of our 2010 courses in Tuscany/Umbria and Sicily.
Carrara, Italysculpture, carving, casting     18+
Arco Arte studio di sculturalonger residential, holidaystailored tuition   beginnersimprovers
Tel/Fax: +39 0585 777000info@arcoarte.itgo to website
    MayJunJulAugSepOct  
Studio Artistico Arco Arte
Via Carriona di Colonnata 10
54033 CARRARA (MS)
ITALIA
Sculpture for students at all levels in Carrara. Acquire sculpting techniques in various materials, above all marble, through intensive work alongside expert teachers in direct interpersonal relationships. 2-week course from Euro 1050 including accom.
Certaldo, Italypottery, ceramics     18+
La Meridianalonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel/Fax: +39 0571 660084info@lameridiana.fi.itgo to website
Jan  AprMayJunJulAugSepOct  
La Meridiana
Loc. Bagnano, 135
50052 Certaldo (FI)
Florence   ITALY
La Meridiana has been operating for the last 25 years and is located in the heart of Tuscany. A most beautiful setting with a great studio. Workshops, seminars and residencies. Teachers of international recognition. Accredited.
Cinque Terre, Italyoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastels  16+
Tuscany in the Framelonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel/Fax: 0039 075 826681raffaelenobile@onetel.comgo to website
      
Raffaele Nobile
Il Molino di Bordone, C.S.116
52040 Montanare di Cortona
(AR) Tuscany   ITALY
Tuscany in the Frame will be offering courses in Cinque Terre, a UNESCO World Heritage site on the Italian Riviera, in 2011 - check our website for details of these and also of our 2010 courses in Tuscany/Umbria and Sicily.
Citta di Castello, Italyoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastels  16+
Painting in Italylonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: UK 01580 754971info@paintinginitaly.comgo to website
    MayJunJulAugSep   
Roedean
Eton Place, The Moor
Hawkhurst, Kent, UK
TN18 4NW
Accommodation in country house hotel with 1st class restaurant. Painting or Cooking Class each morning, lunch/siesta/swim followed by excursions to beautiful historical towns. Art History, food & wine make the holiday. Guests return every year.
Ghiffa, Italyprintmaking     18+
Progetto Ecatelonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: +39 0331 592909elena@progettoecate.comgo to website
    MayJunJulAugSepOct  
Corso Belvedere 127
28823 Ghiffa
Lake Maggiore
ITALY
Printmaking courses in a beautiful manor house in Monferrine countryside. Relaxed and informal classes, suitable both for beginners and Academy students. Maximum personal tuition and exhibition at the end of the summer.
Posara, Fivizzano, Italyoils, acrylicswatercolourspastels   18+
The Watermill at Posaralonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: UK 07785 230 259info@watermill.netgo to website
    MayJun AugSepOct  
 In unspoit rural Tuscany, the Watermill is a beautiful setting for inspirational teaching. International tutors; true Italian lifestyle. Watercolours, oils, pastels etc. Seven-day all-inclusive courses. Non-painting partners welcome.
Sicily, Italyoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawing    
Bettina Schroeder Painting Holidayslonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: 020 7609 0843bettina.schroeder@virgin.netgo to website
   Apr  
4 Cairns House, Holloway Rd
Islington
London
N7 9SA
17-24 April 2010: Situated near the famous valley of the temples and the sea on the west coast of Sicily, the 'Fattoria Mose' is an ancient country estate overlooking gardens, with its own small chapel and a swimming pool for a dip.
Sicily (SW), Italyoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastels  16+
Tuscany in the Framelonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel/Fax: 0039 075 826681raffaelenobile@onetel.comgo to website
   AprMayJunJulAugSepOct  
Raffaele Nobile
Il Molino di Bordone, C.S.116
52040 Montanare di Cortona
(AR) Tuscany   ITALY
Paint With international water-colourist Phil Hobbs. Stay in a traditional restored Borgo with endless acres of olive groves, orange & lemon groves, inspiring your painting. All inclusive quality accom/pool food & wine.
IT 0039 3398256617
Terme di Miradolo, Italyoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastels  18+
Beautiful Italy Art Holidayslonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: +39 333 6834649info@bi-artholidays.comgo to website
    MayJun AugSepOct  
BI Art Holidays
Ripa di P.ta Ticinese, 127/A
20143 Milano
Italy
Painting holidays with the real flavour of Italian art, food and culture. Friendly quality tuition. Excellent accommodation. Daily excursions with guided tours. Paint while experiencing the inspiring Italian medieval and Renaissance atmosphere!
Tuscany, Italyoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawing    
Bettina Schroeder Painting Holidayslonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: 020 7609 0843bettina.schroeder@virgin.netgo to website
    MayJun      
4 Cairns House, Holloway Rd
Islington
London
N7 9SA
2010: May 8-15: Peralta, a medieval hamlet high in the Tuscan hills north of Pisa - an artist's mini paradise. May 29-Jun 5, Jun 5-12: the wonderful old village of Cotto, set above a gentle wooded valley. Both venues: swimming pools, views, walks...
Tuscany/Umbria, Italyoils, acrylicslife drawing, life paintingwatercoloursdrawingpastels 16+
Tuscany in the Framelonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel/Fax: 0039 075 826681raffaelenobile@onetel.comgo to website
   AprMayJunJulAugSepOct  
Raffaele Nobile
Il Molino di Bordone, C.S.116
52040 Montanare di Cortona
(AR) Tuscany   ITALY
7,10 & 14 days ALL INCLUSIVE Painting holiday: top professional tutors, en-suite accom, large pool, art studio, at the newly restored Villa Nobile. Meals, excursions, painting in historical towns. NEW course: Life Drawing with Tom Wood. 0039 3398256617
Venice, Italyoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastels   
Coombe Farm Studioslonger residential, holidays     improvers
Tel: UK 01803 722352tina@coombefarmstudios.comgo to website
    May    Oct  
Tina Riley
Coombe Farm Studios
Dittisham, nr. Dartmouth
Devon   TQ6 0JA
May 15-22 2010: In the city immortalized by so many artists. Accom in family-run hotel near Ca d’Oro. Drawing & painting alongside renowned artist/author Paul Riley who will give personal tuition & criticism. Evenings together in selected restaurants.
Carvoeiro, Portugaloils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastels  18+
Lisa Jayne Art Studio2-3day non-residential2-3day residentiallonger non-residentiallonger residential, holidays beginnersimprovers
Tel: 01608 677 558info@lisajayne.uk.comgo to website
  MarAprMay   SepOctNov 
The Stables, Radford Farm
Radford
Chipping Norton, Oxon
OX7 4EB
Set within a premier Algarve villa, Lisa Jayne offers a selection of exclusive art classes that resonate the region. Seascapes & landscapes with strong Moorish architectural influences provide a wonderful vista for creative classes.
Malaga, Spainoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastels   
Paint Andalucialonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: UK 020 8385 2024enquiries@paint-andalucia.comgo to website
Jan  AprMayJunJul SepOctNov 
 Painting Holidays with a Personal Touch - The special light, panoramic vistas and unique architecture of Andalucia makes it the perfect place for you to explore your creativity under the guidance of our resident artist, Anna Martin.
Relleu, Alicante, Spainoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelstextilesother (various creative courses)18+
Almassera Vellalonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: +34 966 856003christopher@oldolivepress.comgo to website
   AprMayJun  SepOctNov 
C de la Mare de Deu del M. 56
Relleu
03578 Alicante
SPAIN
2010: May 22-29 with Sue Whitmore exploring mountain and villagescapes in paint. Wild flowers rampaging, nightingales in full song. October 2-9 gentle guidance & instruction from Jennifer Johnson. All inclusive (excl Flights & insurance) from GBP595.

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