Marc Folly Workshop in Southwestern France

Moulin in Languedoc, September 1 – 9, 2026

We are thrilled to invite you to a 9-day watercolor workshop with acclaimed French artist Marc Folly. Marc is celebrated for his masterful control of light, shape, and color—as well as his evocative and unconventional subjects. This immersive workshop will take place at our beloved retreat in Southwestern France, offering a tranquil and inspiring backdrop for exploration, learning, and creative growth.

Marc brings a poetic sensibility to watercolor. With a passion for the unexpected, he often turns to themes rooted in urban, industrial, and artisanal life—capturing quiet interiors, sunlit workshops, and nostalgic fragments of everyday memory with bold composition and atmospheric nuance.

Over the course of the week, Marc will share his personal approach through demonstrations, guided exercises, one-on-one feedback, and group critiques. This is a rare opportunity to learn directly from one of watercolor’s most imaginative and articulate voices in a relaxed and supportive environment.

The program blends focused instruction with cultural immersion, offering guests the chance to experience the rich textures and colors of the Languedoc region. Whether you’re an experienced watercolorist or looking to push your creative boundaries, this workshop promises inspiration, growth, and connection in one of France’s most captivating corners.

$5,600

What to Expect at a Plein Air Workshop

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 a Domaine estate originally used as an olive mill where they have pressed local olives for oil for centuries. The region is legendary for its hilltop villages, olive groves and luscious vineyards. Nestled in the foothills of the Massif Central, it has a truly alpine feel – yet it is only an hour away from the Mediterranean.

The cost includes all accommodations, food on the estate (breakfast, lunch and dinner), grab-and-go lunch ingredients if painting off the estate, entrances, and ground transportation. A group lunch out and a group dinner out are paid at our guest’s own expense and are optional. Our pick-up points are either the Montpellier airport or the Montpellier Sud de France train station. Details below.

Our workshops are legendary for the camaraderie of wonderful guests and crew. We arrange several side trips to discover the wild and authentic Languedoc. We visit markets, hilltop villages and vineyards for wine tasting which makes the experience ideal for those who want to bring their non-painting partners. We are following a tradition of artists who travel to live and paint together and the enrichment that comes from the experience.

Are you ready to pack your brushes?

Marc Folly: Watercolors in France

Marc Folly is a master watercolorist known for his deep sensitivity to shape, color, and the unexpected. His work explores offbeat and complex subjects drawn from the textures of urban, industrial, and artisanal life—sunlit workshops, quiet interiors, and fleeting everyday moments rendered with poetic nuance. Through his evocative compositions, Marc invites us into a familiar world shaped by memory and touched with nostalgia.

As a teacher, Marc brings this same attentiveness and spirit of discovery to his workshops. Whether you’re just beginning or looking to refine your technique, his guidance will open up the endless possibilities of watercolor. His approachable style, insightful demonstrations, and thoughtful critiques create a welcoming environment where students can grow and take creative risks.

Join Marc for an unforgettable experience that blends artistic exploration with deep inspiration—and discover how far your watercolor journey can go.

This workshop has a limited number of spaces available

$850 Deposit to save your spot. Balance due May 4, 2026

Join us at our Southwestern France getaway, where the epic mountains surround our mill nestled beside a river. The perfect oasis to paint with Marc.

This Workshop Includes:

9-Days of learning with Marc Folly in Southwestern France.

Ongoing demos, discussions and evenings with the instructor.

All Inclusive: Tuition, fine food, wine, château accommodation and ground transportation. We eat out an own expense – one/two lunches and one dinner are scheduled. Airfare not included.