Painting in plein-air

Mount Sainte Victoire arises among a great variety of landscapes.
The cohabitation between living things and geological times has been a great source of inspiration for many artists. How does one render what they see in painting and drawing ? How does one choose a motif ? Cezanne said « Painting from nature is not copying the objects but it is realizing one’s sensation ».

Thanks to an instruction adapted to all levels and publics, your instructor, a professional artist, offers courses in drawing and watercolor. After many years of experience, she will provide you with simple and intuitive tools to sharpen your vision and express what you see on paper. You can sign up for this course as many times as you want, practicing art in presence of nature offers endless learning opportunities. Basic material will be handed to you. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, we will be walking about 2 to 3 km.

➜ Language: in English and French
➜ Duration: 3h / Walking shoes advised - the activity includes a walk of 2-3km on path, with a slight gradient
➜ Pets are allowed.

Booking at the information desk or on the website of the Aix-en-Provence Tourist Office.

⚠⚠ There is no regular public transport going to the site of Bibemus quarries - Own car / taxi recommended.
Possibility to order on-demand bus : information and booking on https://www.aixenbus.fr/fr/NOL-Le-Bus-a-la-demande.html
IMPORTANT : As the on-demand bus option is not guaranteed, we recommend you to book the transport BEFORE purchasing the tickets for the activity - once purchased the activity is non modificable, non cancellable, non refundable. In case of lateness, the guide may refuse you the access to the visit : no refunds would be possible. ⚠⚠