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.
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Experience Culture, Friendship and Art
France. Scotland. Italy

2026 Workshops: With instructors

Aimee Erickson Workshop

April 27 - May 5, 2026

From $5,950

Americans in Paris Workshop

May 13 - 23, 2026

From $6,700

Let's Paint Provence

All Media & Levels Welcome

May 29 - June 6, 2026

From $5,250

Jane Hunt & the Scottish Highlands

June 21 - 29, 2026

From $6,200

Ruth Fitton Workshop in Scotland

July 9 - 17, 2026

From $6,300

Marc Folly Watercolor Workshop

September 1 - 9, 2026

From $5,600

Joseph Zbukvic & Lisa Wang

Sept. 21 - 29, 2026

From $6,150

Bryan Mark Taylor & Josh Clare

October 11 - 19, 2026

From $6,150

2026 Retreats: Uninstructed

Art Retreat in Normandy

May 8 - 13, 2026

From $4,650

American Impressionist Society Retreat

American Impressionist Society Retreat

June 9 - 17

AIS Member $5,250

Non-AIS Member $5,800

Majestic Scotland Art Retreat

June 29 - July 5, 2026

From $5,500

Ireland Art Retreat

July 18 - 25, 2026

From $6,200

Southwest France Art Retreat

Sept. 12 - 17, 2026

From $4,250

Côte d'Azur Countryside Art Retreat

October 2 - 8, 2026

From $4,700

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Welcome to Workshops in FranceWorkshops and RetreatsWatch Our VideoMake Time for Your ArtFrance. Scotland. Italy. Ireland.Hosted in Historic French ChâteauxPainting Destinations for ArtistsPaint where Van Gogh paintedSeasonal WorkshopsSights. Color. Fragrance. Ah, Provence.A Little Wine Time in the Rhône ValleyTasting Côtes du Rhône WinesExperience Culture, Friendship and ArtFrance. Scotland. Italy. Ireland. 2026 Workshops: With instructors See all workshops Making the Leap with Vanessa Rothe Join us for an exciting new workshop geared towards helping you “Make the Leap” to become a professional artist, armed with the tools needed to run your art business successfully. This immersive workshop takes place in the inspiring atmosphere of a genuine French château estate. Discover how to use important inventory software, write a great bio, artist statement or press release, and develop exciting business savvy skills. Learn how to create email blasts, create social media posts, and pitch your work to a gallery. May 1— 9, 2025 $5,500 LEARN MORE Painting in Tuscany with Debra Huse If you love Impressionism, are a color enthusiast, and are drawn to the timeless beauty of the Italian countryside, this workshop is for you. We’ll be painting the breathtaking landscape of Tuscany, Italy, with the exceptional artist and returning instructor, Debra Huse. Debra Huse is not only a master painter but also a passionate teacher who brings the warmth and vibrancy of her California Impressionism to artists worldwide. Tuscany, with its rolling hills, historic villages, and golden light, provides the perfect setting for this inspiring and immersive workshop. September 3 – 11, 2025 $6,100 LEARN MORE Debra Huse Painting in Tuscany September 3 – 11, 2025 If you love Impressionism, are a color enthusiast, and are drawn to the timeless beauty of the Italian countryside, this workshop is for you. We’ll be painting the breathtaking landscape of Tuscany, Italy, with exceptional artist and returning instructor, Debra Huse. Debra Huse is not only a master painter but also a passionate teacher who brings the warmth and vibrancy of her Impressionism to artists worldwide. Tuscany, with its rolling hills, historic villages, and golden light, provides the perfect setting for this inspiring and immersive workshop. From $6,100 LEARN MORE Contemporary Realism with Olga Krimon If you are captivated by masterful compositions, daring brushwork, and luminous color, this workshop is your ideal artistic retreat. Join us in the enchanting French countryside near Paris for an unforgettable painting experience with the acclaimed artist Olga Krimon. Olga Krimon is celebrated for her bold, expressive style and her exceptional ability to create compelling compositions. With a teaching approach that inspires both creativity and technical growth, she has guided artists worldwide toward artistic excellence. Normandy, with its storied past, charming villages, and atmospheric light, sets the perfect stage for an immersive creative adventure. May 20— 28, 2025 $5,900 LEARN MORE Tapping Into Your Inner Voice with Ron Hicks September 3 – 11, 2025 Join us for an unparalleled workshop experience where with Ron Hicks personal mentorship, you will unlock the hidden depths of your artistic expression. Each one of us is an individual and has our own personal ideas and viewpoints; but do you express yours in your artwork? You rarely find someone so knowledgeable, talented and compassionate as Ron Hicks. He is one of today’s most sought-after painters but he is also willing to help other artists discover and nurture their inherent artistic voices. Elevate your creativity to new heights and ignite the flame of your artistic soul under his expert guidance. ‘Tapping into Your Inner Voice’ takes place in a spectacular luxurious resort in Tuscany. From $6,500 LEARN MORE Dave Santillanes Workshop Oct 6 – 14, 2025 You are invited to join us for a 9-day workshop with Dave Santillanes, one of today’s most accomplished plein-air artists. Dave returns after a highly successful and sold-out workshop with rave reviews in Provence 2023. Due to the demand, we invited Dave back to lead another extraordinary plein-air workshop. This time, in our newly discovered location in Southwestern France. The program offers a perfect combination of learning and cultural immersion in the south of France. This is a rare opportunity to learn from Dave as he demos, makes paintings, helps you, explains the methods in a relaxed setting, and shares informative critiques. From $6,100 LEARN MORE Joseph Zbukvic & Lisa Wang Watercolor Workshop in Tuscany October 18 – 26, 2025 We are delighted to be hosting Joseph Zbukvic and Lisa Wang’s painting workshop in Tuscany this October. We invite you to join these two watercolor artists in an exclusive workshop to learn from living masters at this unique location in Tuscany. From $6,100 LEARN MORE 2025 Art Retreats: Uninstructed See All Art Retreats Art Retreat Under the Tuscan Sky September 14 – 20, 2025 As summer relinquishes its heat and cool air descends upon the evening, you will join the artists as they gather around a long wooden table to dine al fresco  and discuss the pleasures of painting that day under a Tuscan sky. September is a perfect time to visit Italy. Stay in a farm-to-table hilltop estate surrounded by vineyards and 360-degree views of Tuscany.  We carefully selected the estate because of the stunning location, the family who tends to the land and because we adore the charming owners who insist that we taste everything, enjoy everything and relax and create together. From $5,100 LEARN MORE Languedoc Art Retreat Southwest France October 17 – 22, 2025 Join other artists for an enriching and full-on painting experience at our legendary art retreat in the Languedoc. Housed in the converted moulin estate, this art experience is where you can leave a busy life behind and paint in a distraction-free environment. Find your inspiration from the daily painting locations while getting to know your fellow artists in highly creative surroundings. Situated in the Haut Languedoc region of Southern France. The accommodation is authentically  French at a Domaine estate originally used as an olive mill pressing oil for centuries. The region is legendary for its hilltop villages, olive groves and luscious vineyards. From $4,100

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Quang Ho Online Workshop

Quang Ho Online Workshop Welcome to the Virtual Workshop With Master Painter, Quang Ho Introduction Painting the Figure in Light & Shadow with Commentary Demo – Portrait in Light and Shadow Demo – Portrait Edges with Commentary Portrait Edges Commentary Talking Art Soirée Q&A A Discussion of Art and the Universe Local-Tone Painting Quang’s Studio Tour Studio Visit – Q&A and Demo Painting Demo Critique Session and Studio Paintings Paint-Along Portrait in Light and Shadow Creating Edge Variations – Portrait in Sunlight and Shadow Bonus Content: Paint-Along: Figure in Light & Shadow Part One Paint-Along: Figure in Sunlight Part Two Image Library – Reference Photos & Videos

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