Indulge in a long weekend sketching by the sea along the Vermillion Coast not far from Spain!   Your workshops are based in the quaint and colourful town of Collioure, which is a treasure trove for sketchers!  It has a small port, beaches, cobbled streets, a popular market and iconic views around the old chateau.  Our sketchbooks will be filled with colour as we study boats, water and the hustle bustle of the busy cafés that surround the beach.

For many decades Collioure has remained a very popular destination for artists – rich in history it offers a huge variety of subjects for painting and drawing and in fantastic light.

A 50€ discount applies for bookings confirmed before 1 January 2025!

Over the course of these 4 days we will also spend time in the nearby coastal villages of Port-Vendres and Banyuls-sur-Mer.  Port-Vendres is a larger town with a busy fishing port and renowned for its numerous fish and sea food restaurants. Banyuls-sur-Mer is considered a jewel of the Mediterranean with a stunning coastline and the famous old vineyards on the slopes of the Catalan which source the fortified wine, Banyuls.

Each of the charming locations gives you the chance to experience a real taste of Catalonia in the south of France. It will be a wonderful few days to relax and immerse yourself in drawing and painting with a small group of like-minded people.

This creative break is suitable for anyone new to urban sketching or artists with some experience but looking for a looser watercolour style.

Suggested hotel a short walk from the station and the port:

• Hotel Mediterranée

You will need to bring your own sketching materials (paper, paints etc) and list of recommended items will be provided on request.  Maximum group size: 8 sketchers.