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June 10 - 17: Stay at a quirky bohemian private château with swimming pool as well as magnificent grounds. Paint with pastels in the magical village of Trôo with its charming cave houses, winding paths and stairways that criss-cross the hillside and provide stunning views over the river and valley
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Oct. 3 - 10: Paint, Sip, and Savor in Trôo Pack your paints and your appetite—this is not your average art retreat. Join us for a week in the heart of the Loire Valley, where vineyards roll for miles, castles rise like fairy tales, and every corner feels like it was made to be painted.
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Oct. 14 - 21: We are invited to stay in Chef Juliette & Julien's family home, Château de Montlouis, and learn how to prepare Juliette's favorite recipes while sketching to illustrate a cookbook that will be your holiday keepsake
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Van excursions to sketch at the most picturesque spots, curated for each holiday with opportunities to visit farmers markets, chateaux, and more
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Enjoy farm-to-table home cooked regional fare as well as bistro lunches, and a gourmet restaurant Farewell dinner
At A Glance
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small group allowing for personalized instruction at all levels
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7 nights lodging in private chateaux
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Breakfasts, lunches and home-cooked gourmet dinners including:
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Welcome wine, cheese & charcuterie soirée
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Two bistro lunches in nearby villages
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Farewell haute cuisine dinner
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Van excursions to curated destinations
10% Discount for Early Bird
registration by Dec. 31, 2025 for Diane Olivier's workshops and April 3, 2026 for Margaret Niven's workshop
(When booking use discount code: EARLYBIRD)
10% Discount for
Non-Painting Participants
(When booking use discount code: PARTNER)*
* Only one discount can be applied
What a wonderful experience! I don't know when I've ever learned so much in one week, plus everything--people, food, location, excursions--were so wonderful. Thank you for all of your excellent organizing and great company. You are really a pro!
With appreciation,
Laura A., Spring 2023 participant