{"id":5615,"date":"2019-10-09T07:29:20","date_gmt":"2019-10-09T05:29:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/amsketching.com\/?post_type=tribe_events&p=5615"},"modified":"2019-11-02T11:40:44","modified_gmt":"2019-11-02T09:40:44","slug":"chateau-art-holiday-france","status":"publish","type":"tribe_events","link":"https:\/\/annettemorris.art\/fr\/event\/chateau-art-holiday-france\/","title":{"rendered":"Ch\u00e2teau Life Sketchbook"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Suitable for: Beginners, Week away with the Girls, Solo Travellers, Travel with a non-sketching partner, Francophiles, Wine lovers, Hikers<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

This 5 night luxury holiday is the ultimate retreat to recharge your creative batteries in a stunning newly renovated chateau in Chalabre, south of France.<\/strong><\/p>\n

From the moment you step through the ancient oak door, you\u2019ll find sketching inspiration at every turn. The property interior has been carefully refurbished whilst retaining many of the original features, from the wood panelling in the great dining hall to the sumptuous linens on the beds. The lovingly landscaped garden overlooks the Medieval church and the snow-capped peaks of the Pyrenees. In addition to a gym, international sizes P\u00e9tanque court and private pool, the Ch\u00e2teau offers an impressive array of optional extra personalised services including Butler, Au pair, Chef and Tour guide.<\/p>\n

From this incredible base we\u2019ll grab our sketch kits and explore the beautiful bastide town and area surrounding Chalabre, with its alpine feel, quiet alleyways, riverside walks and busy market place. The holiday includes 3 sketching days plus an additional day to do as you please, whether that\u2019s to relax, take a wine-tasting tour, explore the area or sketch some more! Situated in the very south west corner of the Aude, Chalabre is the capital of the Quercorb region not far from the Spanish border. Easiest international travel links are via Toulouse, Perpignan and Barcelona. Carcassonne airport and SNCF station are an hour away by car.\u00a0\u00a0Carcassonne is the closest train station which can be reached from Barcelona or Paris. Check out this site for details: https:\/\/en.oui.sncf\/en<\/a><\/p>\n

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Bringing a touch of magic to your sketching skills!<\/h2>\n

This holiday is suitable for absolute beginners as well as more experienced artists. If you are looking to freshen up your approach to drawing and watercolour then this is for you! What we\u2019ll explore is composition and use of line-work, putting personality into your sketches and creating beautiful journal pages with lettering and mixed media. For some extra special touches in your sketchbook there\u2019ll be some other surprises too! Everything is delivered with a good dose of humour, so you\u2019ll have beautiful sketches and memories to keep you smiling for a long while to come.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s included:<\/strong>
\n5 nights bed and breakfast
\n2 three-course evening meals
\n4 sketching workshops<\/p>\n

Prices:<\/strong>
\nDouble room (sole occupancy) 1085\u20ac
\nTwin\/double share (1 sketcher 1 non-sketching partner) 1360\u20ac
\nTwin\/double share (2 sketchers) 880\u20ac per person<\/p>\n

Optional extras:<\/strong>
\nAirport pick-up (approximately 100\u20ac from Toulouse)
\nEvening meals
\nWine-tasting tours
\nAdditional nights B&B (125\u20ac per night)<\/p>\n

If you have any questions about the accommodation before booking – please email Eve at bookings@chateaulanguedoc.com<\/a><\/p>\n

What to bring:<\/strong>
\nSketchbook, Portable sketching stool, Basic watercolour travel set
\nWatercolour brush, HB\/B\/SB pencil, eraser, sharpener<\/p>\n

A detailed materials list will be sent with booking confirmation or by request. Simply email annette@sketchlanguedoc.com<\/a> for full details.<\/p>\n

Additional notes:<\/strong>
\nFrom the Chateau we will explore with our sketchbooks on foot, so there will be some walking up and down hills and steps. Please wear comfortable footwear and bring a waterproof in the event of inclement weather.<\/p>\n

Payment:<\/strong>
\nA 50% deposit will secure your reservation payable directly to the Chateau. The balance is due 30 days before the holiday takes place.<\/p>\n

To make an enquiry or reservation for this holiday, please use the contact form below<\/p>\n

Chateau Life Sketchbook Holiday 11-16 May 2020<\/h2>\n\n
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