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Here you will find details of sketching events, workshops and holidays in 'the real' south of France.

A photo takes less than a second, but a sketch will create a memory that lasts for years.

These events take place in the largest vineyard in the world where life is relaxed, fun and friendly. All levels of artistic experience are catered for, working through essentials for beginners to more challenging techniques to help you find your unique personal style.

Whatever your level of artistic experience, sketching is for everyone and anyone can sketch!

Upcoming Events › Sketch Languedoc!

List of Events

Colours of the Mediterranean

18 September @ 10:00:19 September @ 16:00

Indulge in a weekend sketching by the sea! Our sketchbooks will be filled with colour as we study boats, water and the hustle bustle of the busy cafés that surround the port.

Boats in Béziers

20 September @ 10:00:13:00

Béziers port by the Canal du Midi is our location for this morning workshop where we'll find plenty of shade if we need it!

Sketch Le Marché!

21 September @ 09:30:12:30

This workshop in Olonzac teaches you how to simplify what you see to quickly capture the essence of the day using ink and watercolour. No previous art experience required!

Château Views

22 September @ 10:00:15:00

Treat yourself to a memorable day out and develop your sketching skills at the stunning Chateau les Carrasses.

Beautiful buildings

23 September @ 10:00:13:00

A fun workshop in Narbonne to capture some of the magnificent architecture and buildings of this historic city.

Sketch Languedoc with Ian Fennelly 2021

27 September @ 10:00:1 October @ 16:00

Workshops in Bize-Minervois and the surrounding area with International Urban Sketchers Instructor and British Artist Ian Fennelly 27 September - 1 October 2021.

Mediterranean Sketchbook, Gruissan

7 October @ 09:30:15:00

You don’t need previous art experience to join this workshop to discover glorious Gruissan - a fascinating old town with a historic heart and a vibrant new port.

Inspiré Sketchbook!

8 October @ 10:00:12:00

A special event at Inspiré Art Gallery in Azille - bring along your sketchbooks! If you’d like to attend in person please register below or contact Angie at Inspiré inspireazille@gmail.com

Urban Watercolour Sketching for Beginners

10 October @ 10:00:16:00

A relaxed and informal introduction to help you get started with urban watercolour sketching - in Nîmes!

Urban Sketching for the Terrified!

12 October @ 10:00:13:00

If you’d love to sketch on location but not sure where to start – this fun workshop in Carcassonne is for you!

Sketching with a limited palette

13 October @ 10:00:13:00

This workshop in Capestang looks at the importance of colour values and ways of sketching with a limited palette.

Sketching Caunes-Minervois

15 October @ 10:00:13:00

You don’t need previous art experience to enjoy this day in Caunes-Minervois – just an interest in sketching and developing your powers of observation!

French Village Café

21 October @ 09:30:12:30

Capture the essence of morning life at a French café in this fun short workshop in Saint-Chinian.

Autumn Views

22 October @ 10:00:13:00

This workshop based in Montouliers looks at ways to capture the changing colours of the landscape.

Fields of Gold, South of France

23 October @ 09:30:25 October @ 16:00

Autumn is a stunning time of year in the south of France. Explore the glorious colours of the Minervois in autumn in these workshops sketching with watercolour.