Learn or improve drawing and painting from life in a tranquil natural setting

Drawing And Painting From Live Holiday in France

This small group drawing and painting holiday in France is all about learning to really see, draw and paint from life, while enjoying a friendly, relaxing stay in the beautiful French countryside.

Overview of the creative holidays

Saturday May 30 – June 6 Fully Booked
Saturday June 27 – July 4 Fully Booked
Saturday August 22 – 29 Fully Booked
Saturday September 5 – 12 Fully Booked

Draw what you see, paint what you see.

You can learn realistic drawing and painting while having fun.
You just bring your curiosity, be ready to make and enjoy mistakes, use good materials, and share the experience with a friendly group and an encouraging, experienced teacher.

drawing from life with charcoal subject is a duck

Drawing from observation means translating the 3D world into a 2D reality on paper.

So, how do you achieve that?
It starts with observing without judgment. From there, receiving tips on fundamental drawing and painting techniques can be incredibly helpful. If you’re more experienced, reflecting on what you’ve drawn or painted, alongside an experienced teacher and a like-minded group, is incredibly valuable. This combination of observation, technique, and reflection helps you refine your skills, see more clearly, and capture what you observe on paper more accurately.

The moment when your duck on paper actually looks like a duck is truly invaluable!

Drawing and painting together in the garden

Scetching class in the spacious workshop

drawing from life: a study in charcoal

Anita van Overmeeren art teacher with a passion for drawing and textile

With one-on-one teaching, I can focus on what you like to explore

learning how to draw from life while sketching

learning to draw from life through repetition

Get inspired by what you see on our small group drawing and painting holiday in France.

With solid drawing or painting techniques, you’ll approach your work with more confidence

A still life is a great tool for learning how to draw and paint from observation.
Step by step, you’ll learn to draw and paint a still life and how to set it up.

Sketching helps you get to know your drawing or painting subject.
The lessons include guidance on different sketching materials.

Learn to see like an artist, not only in your own work but also in that of your fellow participants.

Everyone has their own unique drawing and painting style – develop yours with guidance from Anita.

results of a painting holiday in France — You can try several art materials during the week

Experiment with a acrylic paint, watercolour materials, including paints, pencils, and pens

What art materials?

During the creative week, you can draw or paint with basic art materials such as charcoal, graphite, Indian ink, watercolours, and acrylic paints. You can also choose from a range of different paper types. If your preferred materials are not listed here, feel free to contact us and we’ll be happy to assist!

Learn how to paint behind an easel in France — At the easel, you gain a clearer view of your work.

The spacious studio is a wonderful place to work, staying pleasantly cool even in summer.

Where do you paint?

For the art classes, we retreat to the airy covered studio in the former stables, surrounded by the forest’s calm, but also in our inspiring garden of La Forêt Souriante. Work at your own pace, on an easel or table, and continue painting in the afternoons – all part of a relaxed, small-group painting holiday in France.

painting holiday in France for advanced — Take your time to improve your painting skills

spacious workshop for small groups in drawing and painting holiday in France — Working behind an easel is great to reflect on your work

Ever wondered what it feels like to make a duck come to life on paper?

Enjoy art classes, luxurious accommodation, delicious meals and great company during our Drawing and Painting holiday in France .

Najac, one of the plus beau village de France and its surroundings offer an inspiring setting for a week of en plein air drawing and painting.
Book your holiday now and start looking forward to an unforgettable creative experience!

Book your holiday ‘Drawing and Painting from life’

Explore the Details of the Program in the Creative Week