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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​
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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)
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10% Discount for
Non-Painting Participants
​(When booking use discount code: PARTNER)*
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* 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