![]() ![]() Mixed Media – Jewelry – Sewing – Embroidery – Weaving Your hosts Renée Savoie & Lauren Cowles will be leading the workshops in: The castle is South of Paris so you can expect similar or warmer temperatures once we leave the city. You can count on an average of 21☌ (70☏). The weather in much of France in September feels very much like August – sun-kissed, warm and inviting. Once in Paris we will all be travelling together which includes hopping on the train to head down South and all excursions thereafter. You will be responsible for your ticket/trip to Paris but there will be a group leaving from Ottawa on the red eye on September 7th if you would like to join. We will of course be hitting a few restaurants and bistros but we will also be getting stuck in by gathering goodies from markets and making a few meals together. It will be shared accommodations and we are sure you will create unforgettable moments in this special home!Īll breakfasts, most lunches, and a couple dinners are included. I highly recommend checking them out to see how they have been lovingly restoring the Manor and to see some of the sights in the area. The owners of the chateau are originally from Canada and have their own Youtube channel called Manor & Maker. We will spend one night in Paris (which is included) but our picturesque getaway will be in the charming Château de Saint-Germain-des-Prés which is nestled in the quintessential French countryside, in the department of Dordogne (land of 1001 castles), in the Perigord region renowned for its gastronomic delicacies, in the wee town of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Parts of the castle, including the tower with its spiral stone staircase, date back to the 16th century. Imagine getting to sketch some ancient ruins, the inside of a cathedral or the quiet grounds of a castle! We are hoping your art will be created out of exploring and experiencing France. We will partake in local culture at markets, bistro’s and fabulous restaurants, shop for vintage treasures, explore the beauty of the French countryside and create art. This retreat combines Renee’s love of travel, France and creating and connecting with other women.Īre you just starting to embrace your creativity or have you jumped in all of the way? No matter how your creativity is expressed or your level of experience …this retreat is for you! It is happening: SEPTEMBER 7th to 13th, 2023 ![]() Our destination for 5 nights will be a castle in the Dordogne region. We will then head South by hopping on a train and taking a lovely countryside tour. We will be flying into Paris and will spend a day (and night) there to explore Montmartre, a flea market and a couple other iconic landmarks. The dream team of Lauren and Renee is back together and are thrilled to be able to offer this Mindful Creative Journey to France!!! Are you ready to experience a week of self-care with a gigantic dose of laughter, creativity, fun, mindfulness, connection, culture and food? ![]()
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