Atelier Aquarelle

From 07 June 2025

THIRE

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As part of the 2025 "Rendez-vous aux Jardins", Les Arts Florissants invites you to come and discover the art of watercolour painting in William Christie's gardens. Whether you're an amateur painter, a beginner who loves gardens or simply curious, don't hesitate to sign up!

Description

During this workshop, you will be introduced to the watercolour technique, which is particularly well suited to capturing reality 'on the spot', before putting it into practice by drawing inspiration from the plants in William Christie's Gardens. You'll be able to develop your sense of observation as well as your artistic skills... while rediscovering the gardens with fresh eyes!

The workshop will be led by Olga Ahaponova, a young Ukrainian illustrator living in Spain. Olga completed her end-of-studies internship with the Fondation Les Arts Florissants - William Christie, during which she was able to immerse herself in the Jardins de William Christie and draw all the different areas. On the strength of this experience, she will be delighted to share her passion and her art with the participants in this workshop - which will mark the culmination of her work at Thiré!

Whether you're an amateur painter, a beginner who loves gardens, or simply curious, don't hesitate to sign up for this practical art workshop, in the idyllic setting of William Christie's Gardens.

Practical information: Workshop only available by online booking:

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/fondationlesartsflorissantswilliamchristie/1725106

Saturday 7 June at 10.30 am and 2.30 pm

Sunday 8 June at 10.30am and 2.30pm


For all audiences (including beginners) aged 12 and over
Price: €30 / Reduced price for under-20s: €20 (upon presentation of proof of age)
Duration: 2 hours

Materials required (at participant's expense) :
Watercolour paint
300gsm watercolour paper
Brushes (2 or 3): Medium size (n° 12) / Large size (n° 20) / Small size (n° 1 or 2)
Container for water
Pencil
Eraser

Location: Les Jardins de William Christie, 32 route de Sainte-Hermine - 85210 Thiré
(access car park, then follow the signs to the entrance of the Gardens)

  • Types : internship – workshop

Visit

Visits languages

  • French

Prices / opening times

Free

  • Basic price : 30,00 €
  • Individual tarif reduced : 20,00 € - moins de 20 ans sur justificatif

Opening

From 07 to 08 June 2025
DaysSchedule
Samedi 10h30 to 12h30 and 14h30 to 16h30
Dimanche 10h30 to 12h30 and 14h30 to 16h30