x2 art holidays and courses
an opportunity to find time for personal creativity
Colour for the Soul
in the Gers South West France
with artists Virginia Griffith Jones and Wendy Roylance
Resident 9th-14th May 2022
Non-resident 10th-13th May 2022 (09.15-15.45)
“Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.” Pablo Picasso
This course is designed to give you confidence in mixing and using colour We will
use the colour wheel to understand basic theory and then explore how we can develop it in our own art. There will be workshops in the mornings and personal development of creativity guided by Virginia and Wendy.
You will be joining a small group of people looking to develop and explore their own personal creativity in a relaxed friendly environment. Beginners to experts are welcome. Two qualified teachers and professional artists will provide guidance and support enabling each individual to work at their own level. Places are strictly limited to ensure individual attention and support.
“I loved every minute and have learnt so much. Fabulous environment to work in. Virg and Wendy are inspiring teachers.”
Cost - Non-resident: €380
Included: all materials, lunch with wine, refreshments, welcome pack
Not Included: Travel, accommodation, insurance.
You will be invited to aperos to meet the group, 16th May and invited to our final dinner in a local restaurant, 20th May. The dinner is not included.
Cost - Resident: £870
Included: all materials, breakfast, lunch and dinner with wine (bar one dinner which will be taken in a local restaurant); transfer from and to Lourdes airport (if required), welcome pack.
Not Included: Travel (except transfer to and from Lourdes airport); One dinner taken in a local restaurant, insurance.
Travel: Flights (not included)
Ryanair flies from Stansted to Lourdes. Their current schedule shows flights on Mondays and Saturdays. (Transfer from Lourdes airport included.)
Alternatively, you can fly into Toulouse or Bordeaux (aprox 2 hours transfer) and hire a car. Or, we can arrange a transfer, which would be an additional cost.
If you prefer to drive, it is 10 hours from the Tunnel, 7 hours from Caen. Should you wish to make more of the journey, chambres d’hotes can be recommended en route.
“Great atmosphere at Les Chênes. Perfect hosts, in a beautiful location. Fab week all round.”
“Food sublime, company fun and relaxed.”
Let's explore creatively together!
Get in Touch
If you have any queries relating to this holiday, please contact Wendy Roylance or Virginia Griffith Jones