March 2025. Comprehensive one-week program guiding you through French lifestyle, administration, finance, property, and cultural transition. Learn, explore, and prepare for your dream of living in Southwest France's Dordogne region.

June 6-8, 2025. Two day storytelling & art workshop at Chateau de Saint-Germain-des-Pres

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Escape into a Magical Storytelling & Art Weekend!

Join master storyteller and artist Maria Credali for an unforgettable artistic journey through fairy tales and mythology. This immersive weekend offers four unique workshops that blend creativity, storytelling, and personal exploration,

August 2 - 3, 2025. Two day watercolour workshop at Chateau de Saint-Germain-des-Pres

Instruction by experienced facilitator Femke Koome
 

In this 2-day watercolour course you will learn to create loose, flowing floral and informal botanical watercolour art, from the initial subject choice, composition considerations, precise pencil drawing, establishing values and contrast, creating shadows, and applying consecutive transparent layers to create depth in your artwork.  

Transform your smartphone photos into stunning art, perfect for any skill level. With Elske's expert guidance, create beautiful mementos of your French getaway. Savor meals by Le Cordon Bleu-trained chefs and discover a new skill that can turn your art into personal highlights, or sellable artworks.

Transform the time you spent studying French into confident, real-world conversations with locals, while immersing yourself in authentic French life, from ancient châteaux to bustling markets. Savor gourmet meals prepared by French Chefs, enjoying apéros with new French friends, and connecting with fellow language enthusiasts.

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Our French Immersion: Language, Cuisine & Culture Retreat is waiting for you in the heart of France. 

June 20-23, 2025. Spend a weekend with Raina & Jason from Baguette Bound discussing all things French life for expats. Stay at the Chateau de Saint-Germain-des-Pres (in Dordogne). We'll explore your plans for French life with some (optional) maker activities, to help you pull your vision together. Plus, we'll visit the town of Hautefort with it's own historic monument, and experience the best of chateau life with a personal chef dining experience at your B&B. 

Imagine yourself spending a week in a private 16th-century Dordogne chateau, fingers in vibrant paints, creating art you never thought possible. You'll leave with skills to create artwork, transform your home decor, create personalized gifts, or even start a creative side hustle. 

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Our talented printmakers can't wait to share their craft with you, whether you're a seasoned artist or haven't picked up a paintbrush since grade school. Two generations of artists with one goal — to make you a fantastic gel printer.

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Between print sessions, we'll explore hidden corners of France, savor mouthwatering local cuisine, and toast to new friendships. It's not about "finding yourself" — it's about making something beautiful, having a blast, and experiencing the real France.

Are you ready to unlock your inner artist in the enchanting heart of France? Whether you've wielded a paintbrush or not, imagine yourself in our private château, where judgment has no place, and creativity knows no bounds. Picture yourself leaving with your own creativity journal and the awe-inspiring fruits of your artistic endeavors, all while saying, 'WOW – I had no idea I could create that!'

June 27 - 29, 2025. Three day soft pastel workshop at Chateau de Saint-Germain-des-Pres.

Instruction by experienced facilitator & artist Hazel Burgess.
Excursion to pastel maker Girault (Montignac) to view their expositions and store

In this 3 day workshop, you will discover the techniques of using soft pastel and and leave with at least one piece of artwork. 

Jacintha Krish returns to help artists elevate their mixed media practice to new heights. A week of you and your art practice, fellow artists, expert instruction by Jacintha, French inspiration at a private chateau, and cuisine by a personal chef!