This incredible city and UNESCO heritage site is a superb backdrop and location for a great weekend of travel sketching!   Price reduced for early-bird bookings !

We’ll be based in the heart of La Cité. From here we’ll start by getting to grips with some of the basics of sketching on location – ideal for beginners or a great refresher if you’ve already got some drawing or painting experience.  You’ll learn a whole pack of tips and tricks about perspective, colour, adding people to your drawings and of course, making memories about this incredible area of France!

Where to stay:

There are several hotels and apartments including:
Hotel de la Cité
Best Western Le Donjon

Transport recommendations:
Fly to Carcassonne, Perpignan or Toulouse
Closest railway station: Carcassonne

What to bring:
Sketchbook, Portable sketching stool, Basic watercolour travel set, Watercolour brush, HB/B/2B pencil, eraser, sharpener.  A detailed materials list will be sent with booking confirmation or by request. Simply email annette@sketchingfrance.com for full details.  If you need a sketch kit supplied, this can also be arranged in advance.

Additional notes:
There will be some walking up and down hills and steps, so please wear comfortable footwear and bring a waterproof in the event of inclement weather.

Price excludes meals, transport and accommodation.   

If you would like more information before booking – please email me annette@sketchingfrance.com