Let’s escape to the South of France together…
Have you ever dreamed of painting, sketching, and creating in the heart of France? Now is the perfect time! With the drop in the Euro, you can SAVE OVER $400 on your retreat—and couples can save up to $800!
Join me for a 7 day, all-inclusive creative journey in the breathtaking Dordogne region of Southern France. This will be my third time teaching in this inspiring setting, and I can’t wait to return! Immerse yourself in exquisite landscapes, rich history, and endless artistic inspiration.
Come create, explore, and embrace the magic of France with me!
DATES: September 9 - 15th, 2025
Only 2 Spots Left!
Your Time With Ivy:
Your 7 days will be a beautiful blend of studio time, delightful excursions, cultural experiences and of course, plenty of free time to rest and explore! You can arrive, unpack your suitcase (and your art supplies) and truly relax, since the entire group will make it’s home at the gorgeous Perigord Retreat Villas - complete with indoor pool, spacious studio and stunning gardens! We told you it was dreamy!
Ivy will guide you through many projects ranging from pastel portrait making, landscapes in soft pastel, expressive collage, art journaling, sketching on location and creating plein-air. We will be visiting enchanting medieval villages, strolling through French vintage markets, touring ancient castles, picnicking in the French countryside and creating all along the way! The creative inspiration will be all around you!
Watch below to see all the beauty that awaits you…
Only 2 Spots Left!
DATES: September 9 - 15th, 2025
Price:
$2,610 USD* - PRIVATE BEDROOM/SHARED BATHROOM
$3,135 USD* - PRIVATE BEDROOM/Private BATHROOM
$5,220 USD* - double occupancy/private BATHROOM
*Current Euro Exchange Rate
{ Perigord Retreats will handle all payments securely and assist with all booking details. }
At this retreat YOU WILL:
Learn how to create pastel portraits and expressive landscapes
Learn how to be more expressive in your work
Improve your pastel painting techniques
Learn more about color
Infuse your art with old-world beauty and character
Heighten your sense of observation, sense of color, form and aesthetics
Learn tips on how to sketch and paint on location
Create layered figurative collage
Create beautiful and soulful art that you will treasure for years to come
Experience the beauty and culture of this region
Visit many historical villages and sites
Shop at traditional French markets
Enjoy organic, locally sourced foods and wines
Meet and connect with artists from around the world
and so MUCH MORE….
Excursions Included
{ you can click the links to read more about our field trips! }
Lavender Fields
Cahors on Lot (including the vintage market)
Gourdon (our local village)
Sarlat (another market!)
Included in your retreat
Workshop instruction
Some supplies (PanPastel kits to share)
Six nights lodging
All meals except - 2 lunches & 1 dinner
All tour & excursion fees
All wine and beverages
Transport to and from Gordon train station
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
Travel costs / Airfare
Passport fees, photos and processing where applicable
Additional nights lodging
Take A Tour of The Dordogne and Lot regions…
Only 2 Spots Left!
DATES: September 9 - 15th, 2025
Price:
$2,610 USD* - PRIVATE BEDROOM/SHARED BATHROOM
$3,135 USD* - PRIVATE BEDROOM/Private BATHROOM
$5,220 USD* - double occupancy/private BATHROOM
*Current Euro Exchange Rate
{ Perigord Retreats will handle all payments securely and assist with all booking details. }