Many of our holiday properties offer art, craft and hobby courses such as painting, whilst enjoying a relaxing break in France. During your painting holiday you can learn all the skills and techniques you need to enjoy this fascinating hobby and create work to take home with you as a unique souvenir of your stay.
Glass Painting in France
Glass painting is a rapidly growing hobby, which is both absorbing and rewarding. The basic techniques can be learnt by anyone, and there's no need to be a highly skilled artist first, or an expert in painting or drawing. You may also be interested in our properties offering courses in stained glass.
Drawing and Painting Holidays at Country Houses in France
France - home to some of the world’s greatest artists. Relax in an atmospheric French country house and surround yourself with the glorious light and landscapes that have inspired the greats while learning drawing, painting and art appreciation. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced artist, your course can give you renewed confidence, a comprehensive understanding of techniques in your chosen medium and a real passion for painting.
French art galleries and landscape
Drawing and painting courses at our French holiday properties are generally informal and based around your needs, with the emphasis on leisure, pleasure and learning. Teaching programmes are both studio and landscape based and include tutorials, lectures, critical appraisals, demonstrations, the chance to use experimental materials and to visit museums and galleries for inspiration – all in the beautiful countryside and historic towns of France. Browse our accommodation and courses to find the perfect combination for you.