Summer workshops

And you?
What will you invent?

Drawing and Painting in the Light of the Basque Coast

Three mornings to discover drawing or painting outdoors, learn to see in a new way, and leave with solid foundations in a friendly and inspiring atmosphere.

Whether you are a complete beginner or already have some experience, each session will help you develop your artistic eye, simplify the landscape, and paint or draw with greater freedom.

Biarritz

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Seagulls

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The wind on my skin

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Hendaye

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Saint-Jean-de-Luz

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Sea reflections

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Guéthary

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All the blues of the Skye

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Biarritz 〰️ Seagulls 〰️ The wind on my skin 〰️ Hendaye 〰️ Saint-Jean-de-Luz 〰️ Sea reflections 〰️ Guéthary 〰️ All the blues of the Skye 〰️

The Concept

Each workshop takes place over three mornings (9:30 am–12:30 pm).

You are welcome to join one, two, or all three sessions.

Each morning focuses on one fundamental pillar of drawing and painting.

Painting Workshop

COLOUR
Palette, light and atmosphere.

FORM
Subject, framing and composition.

PLAY
Texture, gesture and painterly effects.

Drawing Workshop

LINE
Drawing with ink pens as a tool for expression.

SPACE
Building a composition and creating depth.

SURFACE
Exploring layers of drawing through mixed media.

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Une femme assise sur un banc au bord de la mer, dessinant dans un carnet. Elle porte une veste grise, des jeans bleus, et a des lunettes sur la tête. À côté d'elle, il y a un sac à dos rayé rouge et blanc posé sur le banc. Le ciel est nuageux, la plage est sablonneuse, et des vagues arrivent à la côte.
« Being here is a wonder. »
— Laurence
Un homme tient une tableau de peinture représentant une scène colorée avec une vue sur la mer, un escalier, et des boats, lors d'une session artistique en plein air.

This Workshop Is for You If...

  • You would like to discover outdoor drawing or painting.

  • You want to learn how to observe without feeling overwhelmed.

  • You already have some experience and are looking for practical tools to develop your skills.

  • You would enjoy sharing a few creative mornings in an inspiring setting.

You Will Leave With

  • A simple method for observing and interpreting the landscape.

  • Solid foundations in drawing or painting.

  • Several personal artworks.

  • Greater confidence in your artistic eye.

  • The desire to continue your creative practice.

« Thank you for these three days. They were both enriching and joyful. »
— Irène

Practical Information

Who is it for? Ages 14 and up — all levels welcome

Group size: Small group (maximum 10 participants)

Fees:

  • €60 for 1 morning

  • €110 for 2 mornings

  • €150 for 3 mornings

Materials to Bring

Drawing Workshop

Morning 1

  • A5 sketchbook or A5 paper (180 gsm)

  • One black fineliner or marker

Morning 2

  • A4 mixed media paper (such as Paint'On, 250 gsm)

  • Watercolour pencils

  • A small watercolour set

  • One wash brush

  • A water container

  • A cloth

Morning 3

  • A4 mixed media paper (such as Paint'On, 250 gsm)

  • Watercolour pencils

  • A small watercolour set

  • One wash brush

  • A water container

  • A cloth

  • One black fineliner or marker

  • Glue

  • Scissors

For your comfort (optional)
Water bottle, sun hat, folding stool… Travel light!

Painting Workshop

Drawing materials

  • A5 mixed media paper (such as Paint'On, 250 gsm) for sketches and studies

  • Watercolour pencils, markers, or charcoal

Painting materials

  • Five acrylic paint tubes:

    • Magenta

    • Cyan

    • Primary Yellow

    • Titanium White

    • Black

    • (Optional: Yellow Ochre and one fluorescent colour)

  • One palette knife

  • Three brushes (small, medium and a flat brush)

  • At least three A3 painting surfaces (Paint'On 250 gsm paper or canvases)

  • One palette

  • A water container

For your comfort (optional)
Water bottle, sun hat, folding stool… Travel light!

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Une personne âgée portant un chapeau beige et vêtue d'une chemise à motifs floraux, assise à une table en faisant du dessin ou de l'écriture, avec un paysage urbain en arrière-plan incluant des maisons colorées et des bateaux dans l'eau.
« I have finally understood how to create beautiful grays. »
— Ella
Témoignage participant Perrine lors du stage d'été Hendaye en septembre 2025, avec une photo d'elle en extérieur, près d'une installation, portant un chemisier bleu et des lunettes.
Une personne avec des cheveux gris et une coiffure en queue de cheval, portant un vêtement bleu, est assise à une table en train de peindre ou d'étudier des images et des matériaux artistiques. La photo est prise d'en haut, dans un cadre extérieur.