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AWAKENING YOUR CREATIVE SENSES

August 19-28, 2027

Périgord, France

10 Day Painting Retreat

Level: Beginner - Intermediate

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Set in the quiet beauty of the French countryside, Awakening Your Creative Senses is a 10-day immersive painting retreat for artists and creatives who want to slow down and reconnect with their intuitive voice.

This retreat invites participants to paint what they experience rather than what they see. Through guided studio sessions, sensory exploration, and time spent absorbing the rhythms of village life, artists are encouraged to work from curiosity, trust, and emotional awareness.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Excursions
Daily trips to tailored locations chosen by the artist and their group. Opportunities to explore, shop, paint plein air or gather inspiration for studio work. 
 
Tuition
Every day you will receive group and one-to-one tuition outside or in the studio in the form of demonstrations and individual feedback.
 
Beverages
All food & beverages available 24/7.
 
Food
Fresh baked goods, fresh fruit salads & continental style breakfasts every day. Delicious picnic lunches and locally produced, freshly cooked evening meals.
 
Transport
From Gourdon train station on the day of arrival and to Gourdon train station on the day of departure. Transport to all excursions.
 
Studio
Exclusive access to our studio 24/7.

Accommodation
9 Nights lodging on our property with use of the swimming pool and hot tub as well as access to gardens and surrounding property.

Not Included
2 Lunches, 2 Evening meals, airfares, travel insurance (strongly recommended).

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WHAT TO EXPECT

  • Your day begins with a peaceful breakfast of freshly baked French pastries, homemade yoghurt, and seasonal fruit—best enjoyed in the sunlit conservatory as the day gently unfolds.

  • Around 9 am, we set off—early enough to enjoy our destinations while they’re still quiet, with the morning light casting everything in a perfect glow.

  • Spend your morning soaking up the atmosphere of a new place: wander through charming side streets, discover hidden corners, or settle into a quiet spot to sketch and take it all in. When you’re ready for lunch, a beautiful spread awaits—think crisp salads, savoury quiches, homemade cookies, and a glass (or two) of wine, served picnic-style in the shade.

  • Afternoons are for creativity and rest. Back at the studio, you’ll have dedicated time to paint, unwind by the pool, take a nap, read, sunbathe, or simply enjoy good conversation in a quiet corner.

  • Evenings are a highlight: a delicious, three-course meal made with local ingredients, prepared by Katel—whose cooking alone is worth the trip. With wine flowing and good company around the table, it’s a chance to relax and connect.

  • After dinner, the time is yours. Watch the sunset, return to the studio for more painting, take a dip in the hot tub, or explore the nearby paths under the stars.

  • Our retreats are designed to be flexible, inspiring, and restorative—so you can get exactly what you need out of your time with us.

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SOME EXCURSION LOCATIONS

Rocamadour
Part of the Camino Trail. Historical & religious significance. Breathtaking village perched on a cliff.
 
Sarlat
One of the most well preserved medieval towns in France. Amazing market with local produce.
 
Beynac Castle
Home of Richard the Lionheart, perfect for a picnic by the river and plein air painting in the shade.
 
Saint Cirq Lapopie
One of the most beautiful villages in France. Incredibly picturesque. Perfect for shopping & painting.


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THIS RETREAT IS FOR YOU IF YOU ARE

• An artist or creative seeking deeper connection to your work
• Curious about intuitive, process-driven painting
• Ready to slow down and create without pressure
• Drawn to meaningful travel and immersive experiences

Join me in France for ten days of painting, presence, and rediscovering your creative senses.

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Alicia Blach Art | Contemporary Rural Art | Colorado Artist
Image by Adrien Tutin
Above and beyond is all I can say! From the accommodations to the meals to the travel plans….it’s all been “above and beyond”. The experience exceeded my expectations by miles. Well done,  guys…well done!

Charlene

I just returned from my first workshop at Perigord Retreats. I cannot express how absolutely wonderful we were treated. From the accommodations, to the touring to the workshop .. and last but not least, spectacular gourmet delicacies prepared and served by the most gracious hostesses, Angela and Chloe. Wonderful experience, not to be missed!

Debra

I came away thrilled by a perfect vacation, filled with the peace of the country, the delight of great food shared on the porch where we could smell the scent of lavender and watch the rising or setting sun, and the excitement of daily trips to places of unparalleled beauty. Thank you all for an unforgettable experience!

Laura

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