Located in Dordogne, in the Perigord-Limousin natural park and near the shores of Lake Grolhier, the Maison Blanche is the ideal place to learn, relax, and seek inspiration amidst beautiful natural scenery. In summer 2009, Edina Sagert is offering a special five-day course in watercolor at this historic manor house.
About the Maison Blanche:
A 17th century manor, the picturesque Maison Blanche is a base for country walks, bird watching, bike tours, and cultural activities. Each beautiful bedroom sleeps two and guests can enjoy the manor's beautiful gardens and library, including billiard table.
For more information and photos of the Maison Blanche, please consult the following website:
www.manoirdemaisonblanche.com
About the workshop:
Taught by experienced watercolor artist Edina Sagert, this five-day intensive workshop (4 hours/day) is designed to suit the desires of both beginning and advanced watercolor students.
Beginning students will be given an easier approach to watercolor
painting using a "loose" technique and a small palette.
It will allow intermediate students to experiment with mixed media
using watercolor together with oil pastel, pencil, ink washes and
other techniques in which a great emphasis is placed on the "flow"
of water and pigment.
Depending on individual skills, students may be working in still life, landscape, floral and botanical or abstract format and in the process, learn more technical aspects of watercolor painting as well as artistic considerations such as color, composition and value.
Costs, Registration & Travel
All costs in US dollars
Single Occupancy: $1750 US per person
Double or Triple Occupancy: $1450 US per person
*The cost includes the workshop fee; continental breakfast, and a gourmet dinner (with drinks); and all materials, except watercolor paper. Students must bring their own paper to the workshop.
Students must arrange their own travel to and from Paris.
Plane tickets can be booked with Air France and generally cost about $1000 roundtrip from the United States or Mexico.
From Paris, students can take the TGV rapid train to Angoulême. At the train station, Monsieur Alain Duvivier will arrive to take you to the manor. M. Duvivier will also make reservations for the train, or arrange a rental car, if needed.
*Please contact Alain Duvivier for payments and cancellation policy.
Additional expenses:
Plane ticket to Paris: about $1000
Ground transportation (train from Paris to Angoulême): $125
Local transportation (car or minibus rental): $75
Lunch: $6 - 25 / day
