Art Retreat in France

Our retreat facilitator this Autumn is Kate Hale, an established artist and teacher. Kate works with drawing, painting, textiles, mosaic,
printing, recycled materials and 3D willow. Currently, she uses multi-media to express political and social concerns, textiles, printing and
painting alongside recycling clothing to create hooked fabric wall hangings.

What’s involved?
Introductions are followed by dinner on Saturday.
The retreat involves five facilitated art sessions, followed by the chance to paint, draw or photograph “en plein air” in a variety of locations. Kate
is able to help and encourage people at all levels, whether absolute beginners or accomplished artists.

There is the option to explore the area independently or just relax in our beautiful garden. We have bikes available and the opportunity to go swimming. In the evenings we share a three-course meal and there is an optional evening activity.

Each weekday morning there is a short Quaker meeting for worship after breakfast which some guests like to attend.
Our guests often come before the retreat or stay on to continue making art or to walk, cycle or go sightseeing.

Art Supplies
Most participants bring some art supplies. We make a group order through Beaux-Arts two weeks before the start of the retreat so that those
who wish to purchase materials can do so. We will have some limited materials on site for purchase as well.

Accommodations: Our accommodations are simple and comfortable. Some rooms are en-suite, some share bathroom facilities. We have rooms available on the ground floor to ensure ease of access for guests with mobility problems and we have a shower room adapted for guests with disabilities. The meeting room has a piano which guests are welcome to play. We have a large attractive garden with many sunny and shady spaces.

The Food: We offer a buffet breakfast each morning from 8.30 am. At lunchtime the lunches generally consist of a salad, a quiche or other savoury dish, a dessert, fresh fruit and drink. In the evening there is a three-course meal with wine. Throughout the day there are a selection of teas and coffee available as well as biscuits and fruit. We can accommodate vegetarian and gluten free diets upon request.

The Cost: Facilitated Programme: 6 nights – 820€ private / 695€ shared accommodation, includes all meals, transport to local sites, accommodation Additional Days: 110€ per day private / 82€ per day shared accommodation includes accommodation, transport to local sites, breakfasts and evening meals.

We hope you can join us!
Amy & Chamba Cooke,amis-résidents
Maison Quaker
11 avenue des Quakers
30111 Congénies, France
Phone +33 (0)4 66 71 46 41

centre.quaker.congenies@gmail.com
http://www.maison-quaker-congenies.org