Workshops In France

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Welcome to Workshops in France
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France. Scotland. Italy
Hosted in Historic French Châteaux
Painting Destinations for Artists
Paint where Van Gogh painted
Seasonal Workshops
Sights. Color. Fragrance. Ah, Provence.
A Little Wine Time in the Rhône Valley
Tasting Côtes du Rhône Wines
Experience Culture, Friendship and Art
France. Scotland. Italy

Our Itinerary

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Our Itinerary

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LOVE this place!!! This was the MOST amazing thing I’ve EVER seen!!!!

[/et_pb_testimonial][et_pb_testimonial author=”Brenda S, Fort Langley BC Canada September, ‘15 ” url_new_window=”off” portrait_url=”http://workshopsinfrance.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Trish-1.jpg” quote_icon=”on” use_background_color=”on” background_color=”#f5f5f5″ background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” admin_label=”Brenda S, Fort Langley BC Canada September, ‘15 ” use_border_color=”off” border_style=”solid” disabled=”off”]

Boules/Pétanque – More birthday fun – great game of boules (even if I was on the losers’ team!)

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Carrières de Lumières: A remarkable experience! Provencal Open Air market: I LOVED going there…..we needed more time!

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Carrières de Lumières:  Can’t be explained, one has to see it to really get the full emotional affect. I so enjoy this place every time I go… Wish it was closer!!!! Can’t wait to go again, is describable, so awesome.. Provencal Open Air market: I so enjoy our outings there, so many nice things..

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Carrières de Lumières: I loved that experience!

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Carrières de Lumières: This is so fantastic! Impossible to adequately describe! You didn’t even mention the music! The whole experience is incredible powerful and moving. Thank you for including it. Provencal Open Air market: Beautiful produce and great bargains on gifts to bring home!

[/et_pb_testimonial][et_pb_testimonial author=”Karla B, Sunland, California, September ‘10 and September ‘14 ” url_new_window=”off” portrait_url=”http://workshopsinfrance.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Karla-B.jpg” quote_icon=”on” use_background_color=”on” background_color=”#f5f5f5″ background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” admin_label=”Karla B, Sunland, California, September ‘10 and September ‘14 ” use_border_color=”off” border_style=”solid” disabled=”off”]

Provencal Open Air market: Love this place!

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A good variety of locations and activities. Provencal Open Air market: The market should NOT be missed (by anyone)! It’s just so….mmm… French! Loved our visit there.

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Exciting and stimulating.

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Read what our guests thought about Workshops In France:

The Retreat | The Itinerary | What They Gained | The Accommodations | After The Retreat

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Find Your Perfect Workshop Retreat!

Our Workshops

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Retreats

Workshops – With Instructors

Workshops: With Instructors 2026 Workshops: With Instructors Aimee Erickson Workshop April 27 – May 5, 2026 From $5,950 Learn More Americans in Paris Workshop May 13 – 23, 2026 From $6,700 Learn More Beginner Bootcamp All Media & Levels Welcome May 29 – June 6, 2026 From $5,250 Learn More Jane Hunt & the Scottish Highlands June 21 – 29, 2026 From $6,200 Learn More Ruth Fitton Workshop in Scotland July 9 – 17, 2026 From $6,300 Learn More Marc Folly Watercolor Workshop September 1 – 9, 2026 From $5,600 Learn More Joseph Zbukvic & Lisa Wang September 21 – 29, 2026 From $6,150 Learn More Bryan Mark Taylor & Josh Clare October 11 – 19, 2026 From $6,150 Learn More What people say An almost overwhelming experience! Such a wonderful location and facility, with fantastic teachers and lessons. It really motivated me to schedule a time to paint beyond my classes. I have put it into my calendar for the week. I want to keep the enthusiasm up. Everyone was so encouraging and kind. I was one of the only hobbyist painters attending. But no one made me feel I wasn’t worthy of encouragement. Lisa was very sweet and Lauren is a great teacher. Emily BBonjour Bootcamp 2024 “All the staff took exceptional care of us, getting us to and from venues, communicating, fantastic food, man, couldn’t have asked for a better experience. I learned / relearned some important principles and had the opportunity to put them into practice. Glen RUSA, Bonjour Bootcamp 2024 Everyone in WIF was remarkably professional, kind and warm. Very generous also with your time, art pointers and instructions. I loved how all six crew came along and painted with us. This made a difference to the feeling of the workshop and stay. Such a nice feeling of friendship and support. A remarkable group of leaders. I felt very welcome. As far as my artistic goals: I have a plan for a painting now. Many teachers gloss over how to plan a painting and I loved that this and sketching was drilled into us. It has totally changed how I approach art and hope it translates into better outcomes for me. I feel now I am a “sketcher” which is new for me. I also feel like a more confident artist. Alexandra HBonjour Bootcamp 2024 What an outstanding 10 days. Thank you for all your efforts! What a crew you guys are. Everything was perfect!! Maggie BBonjour Bootcamp 2024 I can say from past experience, that all of your needs are taken care of and you have many unexpected adventures too. Julie, Shirley and Lauren are the best! The WIF team is so well organized and they are so much fun! All of the workshops and retreats sound fantastic! I loved going on the Tuscan retreat with you in 2022! Congrats to all of you for a year of bringing the Joy of art and travel to many! Sherry HTexas, USA Under the Tuscan Sky 2022

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Glorious Provence 2026

Lavender Season in Provence France is one of the best seasons to paint in France. We host art retreats and workshops for artists at the chateau residence and go to paint the region usually in June or as late as early July. It’s a distraction-free friendly premiere environment for artists.

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