The emphasis of all courses is for students to be able to broaden their creative skills through learning and developing their approach and exploring the variety of techniques and materials the Atelier has on offer.
Whatever your area of interest might be - landscape, townscape, still life, figure or abstract - Atelier Montmiral focuses on the individual and offers a personalized program for all levels of ability in drawing, painting and/or printmaking.
Atelier Montmiral offers a simple program that may include points of focus such as:
Beginners & Intermediate
Learning to record from direct observation using a variety of drawing media such as pencil, ink and charcoal.
Learning to use color by exploring color relationships in painting through watercolor, acrylic and/or oil. Understanding basic color mixing and creative use of color.
Simple printmaking through introduction to drypoint, lino, monoprint and screenprint.
Intermediate
Exploring media as a means to greater visual expression. Looking at the dynamics of images through markmaking.
Combined image making - Exploring a multi-media approach through paint, collage and printmaking.
Use of color and light through landscape - Examining the effects of harmonious and discordant color.
Advanced More advanced students or practicing artists often prefer to focus on their own areas of interest, using Atelier’s facilities together with technical/critical advice as and when they require it. A more specialized art program may be tailored so as to investigate a particular aspect of their work or development.
The emphasis of all courses is for students to be able to broaden their creative skills through learning and developing their approach and exploring the variety of techniques and materials Atelier Montmiral has on offer.
Program Details
Duration
7 Days
Location
Atelier Montmiral
Season
May, June, August, and October
Program Type
Culture & History
Nearest City
Toulouse
Physical Condition Required
Fair
Destination(s)
Castelnau de Montmiral, France
Minimum Age Limit
18
Guest Capacity
10
Class Size
Up to 10
Accommodations
Atelier Montmiral provides very comfortable accommodations at the atelier and in two gites only a four-minute walk away in the village.
Inn the Atelier
Opal Room - This provides ample space for two people with twin beds in one room, and a single bed and adjoining shower room in the other. This room could also suit a small family. There is a lovely view of the center of the village and surrounding valley.
Rose Room - This cool and spacious room has twin beds, with an ensuite shower room. Views over the village and a colorful courtyard.
White Room - This has twin beds with a large ensuite bathroom. There are lovely views of the valleys and Foret de Gresigne and the courtyard.
The Gites - Both of the gites are full of medieval charm and have stunning views of the surrounding countryside. They both provide a kitchen and spacious sitting area. The bedrooms are either twins or doubles and are light and airy.
Sitting/Resource Room
This is available to all students, and houses a comprehensive collection of art books. There are tea and coffee making facilities close by as well as a fridge for cold drinks etc.
Hotel
Some students like to stay in the hotel that is a two-minute walk from the Atelier. The rooms are light and spacious and all have ensuite shower or bathrooms. There is a surcharge for these rooms.
Meals
Atelier Montmiral provides a French style breakfast with fresh fruit and yogurts every day. This can be taken in the dining room or out on the terrace, which has lovely views of the surrounding countryside.
There are three/four-course dinners with local Gaillac wine for seven evenings. These are either delicious and home-cooked at the atelier or at the excellent restaurants in the village. The cooking generally reflects the local cuisine often with an added Mediterranean influence. Wherever possible, Atelier Montmiral buys fresh local produce, and dishes often change according to seasonal delicacies.
Vegetarians are always welcome.
Excursions
There is one free afternoon. Students have the option to explore the local area and visit the beautiful cities of Albi and Toulouse, go wine tasting and visit local chateaus.
What's Not Included
Flights and travel insurance.
Two evening meals.
A basic range of materials such as simple papers and drawing materials are provided on the art course. However, students are advised to bring their own more specialist items if possible, and a small charge of around 5-15 euros is made for those using studio paints and printing inks throughout the course. Canvas and hand made papers can be purchased at very reasonable rates from the Atelier.
Rates
$850.00 - $990.00per personCurrency Converter (Rates shown are in US Dollars. Rates and terms are subject to change.)
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Program Itinerary
Day 1: Students arrive afternoon onwards and settle in. Introduction to the course and the atelier.
Day 2: Actual start of the course. Identifying students areas of interest, information gathering in the local environment ie. studio, village and landscape.
Day 3: Studio-based activities/workshops in Drawing, Painting and Printmaking. Developing ideas from resources gathered.
Day 4: Morning session - workshops covering specific processes ie. introduction to drypoint. Afternoon session - free time to explore the local area, visit local galleries, wine tasting in local chateaus etc. Free evening.
Day 5: Further development and realization of ideas.
Day 6: Further development and realization of ideas in chosen media. Evening ensemble at local restaurant.
Day 7: End of session discussion and celebration of the week's work. Farewells and vacation of rooms by midday.
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