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Join us for an enchanting week in the South of France, where Vincent van Gogh and Paul Cézanne created some of their greatest masterpieces.
Provence was more than just a backdrop — it was home to both Van Gogh and Cézanne. They were captivated by its extraordinary light, vibrant colors, and timeless landscapes. Each in their own way, they painted this magical region and, in doing so, transformed the course of art history.
By boldly pushing artistic boundaries, they opened our eyes to new ways of seeing the world — and now, it’s your turn to walk in their footsteps.
Take a Week to Discover, Create, and Grow
Whether you are a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the very first time, this retreat is for you. It’s an opportunity to slow down, immerse yourself in the creative process, and grow as an artist — all within a supportive and inspiring environment.
You’ll join a community of like-minded individuals who encourage and uplift one another, guided every step of the way by your hosts, Tali Farchi and Shay Avivi, who share their experience, insight, and passion for art.
Our group at the retreat in 2026
Monastery of Saint-Paul de Mausole
To keep our experience intimate, attendance is capped at 14 participants.
These events tend to sell out quickly, and this new spring edition will be no exception. Secure your spot today! Secure your spot today!
Repetition: The Key to Growth.
Repetition: The Key to Growth.
Repetition is at the heart of mastery. Just as musicians, dancers, chefs, or writers improve through practice, so do artists. With every brushstroke, your ability to truly see will deepen.
This retreat is designed to sharpen your observational skills. You’ll learn to notice distance, perspective, color, and value in subtle and profound ways.
By the end of the week, you won’t look at a tree — or a landscape — the same way again. You’ll begin to see shapes, layers, and even the air between the leaves. You’ll notice the textures of bushes, the colors in shadows, and the gentle curves of distant hills — all through an artist’s eye.
Prices:
Early bird price until 31 January 2027
€3650,00
Full Price:
€3850,00
A Non-artist partner or spouse sharing a room, including meals (and traveling),
€3300,00
Deposit:
€500,00
This Van Gogh and Cézanne in Provence retreat from 19-26 July 2027
Registration after 15 April 2027 will require the total balance to be paid at the time of reservation to secure your spot in this retreat. To see what is included, just keep scrolling down.
A week in Provence on 19-26 July 2027
7 nights in the 4 stars Best Western Hotel Atrium, Arles, France
7 Breakfasts in the hotel
Lunches daily on location
7 Dinners
Drawing Safari workshop
All Vincent Van Gogh's sites in Arles and st. Remy
Entrance to St. Paul's Mausole (asylum) in St. Remy
Visit the Market Day in St. Remy (It's a good one.)
Painting Montagne Sainte-Victoire
Entry Cezanne atelier , in Aix en Provence (with a guide)
ArtisTTable goodie bag with a sketchbook,
Instruction & artistic guidance by Tali Farchi & Shay Avivi
Field easels and drawing boards, stools, and water containers.
Demonstrations in acrylic and fast sketching
Daily Show & Tell
Transportation to and from Marseille airport to the hotel
Transportation to all locations we will visit and paint.
free time as well
visits to the local markets
A week you will never forget!
What’s not included:
Airfare
Health/Travel insurance
Alcohol
Your own art materials
Vincent Van Gogh sites we will visit:
Yellow House location
Starry Night Over the Rhone site
Café Terrace at Night site
Hospital in Arles
City Garden
Langlois Bridge
Van Gogh Foundation Museum
Saint Paul Mausole (Asylum) in St. Remy
Both Van Gogh and Cézanne shared a relentless drive to paint, working in an almost nonstop fashion. There are countless reasons to be captivated by Vincent’s work — his expressive brushwork and bold use of color continue to fascinate viewers and artists alike. Cézanne, in contrast, has earned the title of a painter’s painter. His disciplined approach and innovative vision influenced generations of artists.
As Pablo Picasso famously said about Cézanne: “Cézanne was my one and only master… He was like the father of us all.”
Cezanne's sites we will visit:
The Atelier des Lauves (Cezanne's studio)
Montagne Sainte-Victoire
Various views of the landscape
painting at a Domaine Des Cinq Jardins
Painting and drawing at a Domaine Des Cinq Jardins
The equipment and materials you bring are up to your own preference.
Please keep in mind that we will be traveling, walking, and moving frequently throughout the week, so it is not recommended to work on large canvases — only what fits in your suitcase.
If you do not have lightweight easels or folding chairs, please let us know.
If you work with oil paints, we will provide turpentine.
Traveling and arrival
We will meet at Marseille Airport in Provence, France, on the morning of your arrival. From there, you will be picked up and transferred to our hotel in Arles.
(As the drive takes more than an hour, we kindly ask that you share your flight schedule and itinerary in advance.)
If you have any questions about airfare or tickets, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Travel insurance is required for all participants.
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