France: Art And Adventure In Provence

Orientation in Paris

A photo of Provence.

During your three-day orientation in Paris, become an expert at negotiating the Metro, visit the Arc de Triomphe and the Louvre, and meander down the Champs Elysées. Practice French as you and your group visit local vendors to buy breads, pastries, fruits, and cheeses for a picnic lunch.

Homestay, Art, and Travel

Participant

Provence is your canvas for an unforgettable journey through the land that has inspired artists for centuries. Your arts adventure begins in glamorous Paris. Working with a local artist, use your sketchbook, a keen eye, and your French language skills to capture the beauty of the city. Following your homestay, put on a pair of walking shoes and grab your paintbrush as you explore beautiful southeastern France. Walk in the footsteps of Matisse to capture the beauty of Nice while meeting with local artists. Paint the rolling hills which inspired Cezanne’s famous Mont Sainte-Victoire or the verdant valleys of Van Gogh’s paintings of Arles. Practice the art of Provençal watercolor, explore the Camargue National Park on horseback, canoe down the Verdon Gorges, and immerse yourself in the countryside and picturesque villages in one of the most vibrant and colorful regions of France.

Sample host communities: Saint-Etienne Les Orgues, La Roque d’Anthéron, La Vallée des Baux

Code: FRD (5 Weeks)
Features: Arts, Travel
Prerequisites: French (at least 1 year)
Depart/Return: New York