Our painting vacations
On our painting vacations, learn not just how to capture the essence of a place, but respect it, too. Painters don’t always have to be hiding behind a canvas – whether you’re en plein air in France, or on a Greek beach, these are opportunities to meet, not just like-minded fellow artists in your group, but also fellow creatives in the communities in which you stay. Our vacations are often run by partners who are invested in their local area year-round – whether they offer their own space for events for the local village or buy local produce from their neighbours. So, travel slower, look deeper, spend longer – and go and chase that perfect light, sketchbook in hand.
Our top Painting vacations
Watercolour painting vacation in France
From
£1595 to £1895
7 days
ex flights
Watercolour / Pastel with expert tutors
Small group2027: 27 Apr, 6 May, 25 May, 3 Jun, 13 Jun, 22 Jun, 1 Jul, 9 Jul, 18 Jul
Cyprus painting vacation
From
€950 to €1000
7 days
ex flights
Full board art vacation based in Cyprus mountain village
Small group2026: 16 Sep, 30 Sep, 14 Oct, 28 Oct, 11 Nov, 25 Nov, 9 Dec, 2027: 15 Jan, 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 1 Mar, 15 Mar, 1 Apr, 15 Apr, 1 May, 15 May, 1 Jun, 15 Jun, 1 Jul, 15 Jul, 1 Sep, 15 Sep, 1 Oct, 15 Oct, 1 Nov, 15 Nov, 1 Dec
Painting vacation in France
From
£1595 to £1895
7 days
ex flights
Painting in the studio and en plein air (all mediums)
Small group2027: 27 Apr, 6 May, 25 May, 3 Jun, 13 Jun, 22 Jun, 1 Jul, 9 Jul, 18 Jul
Art vacation in France, acrylic & oils
From
£1595 to £1895
7 days
ex flights
Acrylic / Oil tutors in the studio and en plein air
Small group2027: 27 Apr, 6 May, 17 May, 25 May, 3 Jun, 13 Jun, 22 Jun, 1 Jul, 9 Jul, 18 Jul
Plein Air painting vacation in Greece
From
€1990 to €2254
9 days
ex flights
An opportunity to meet other artists from around the world
Small group
Painting vacation in Scottish Highlands
From
£750
6 days
ex flights
Explore the wild, rugged Highlands on foot and with a brush
Small group2027: 16 May
Painting vacation in Morocco
From
£2150
13 days
ex flights
A 'sketchbook journey' through the stunning sights of Morocco
Small group2026: 16 Oct, 2027: 26 Mar
Painting vacation in Montenegro
From
£950 to £1295
7 days
ex flights
Montenegro painting vacation with an experienced art teacher
Small group2027: 6 Jun, 5 Sep, 12 Sep
Art therapy retreat in Spain
From
€1299
7 days
ex flights
Transformative retreat for healing & self-discovery in Spain
Small group2026: 14 Nov
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Our painting vacations go all the way around the world. In between painting jungle scenes in Sri Lanka, you might find inspiration from local craft cooperatives and art galleries. In Morocco, take inspiration from the landscapes around your Berber-owned desert accommodation. In Europe, you won’t just be inspired by the Impressionists, but by the living traditions that you see in the towns you visit. Wherever you are, these vacations are immersed in local life – helping inform your art.
From oils to watercolours
Are you a watercolourist seeking new sights for your sketchbook, an oil aficionado, or are you interested in learning more about alla prima? Our vacations come with art teachers who are accomplished exhibiting artists in their own right – and they also have a passion for travel. They’ll be able to provide tuition suitable for your medium. And we’re always thinking about the impact – whether that’s providing environmentally-friendly paints and thinners, or encouraging our travelers to learn about local artistic traditions, from Greek icon painting to Byzantium mosaics.
Arts & crafts
The greatest souvenirs are ones you’ve made yourself. If you’re more of a craftsperson than a painter then you could try one of our workshops, which put budding calligraphers through their paces, and might inspire you to make myriad mosaics. Set up with local partners who are passionate about their craft, you can learn something new or perfect your skills with the best of the best.
A great place to paint
The setting is everything. Whether it’s a terrace with a commanding view of sunset, a garden or rewilded space, or a quiet nearby town with a vivid market, our vacations use locally owned accommodation where possible, and especially places that have their own stories to tell – like a French chateau, or a lovingly-restored traditional stone home in Montenegro. If you’re painting in a beautiful place, you’ll feel that connection closely – and our vacations can help.
Our Painting vacations reviews
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Clare Dickson17 Jul 2026
Beautiful location, excellent accommodation, tuition and very enjoyable cohort of guests. Great hosts. Wonderful.read more
Carla Muscarella28 Jun 2026
The entire vacation was just wonderful. Enjoying fantastic food overlooking the mountains at the villa, painting and just being among the scenery and landscapes that the region had to offer. The group visited the local markets multiple times, visited a fantastic honey/wine farm, and local cafes.read more
Carla MacPherson23 Jun 2026
The hosts were amazing! Everything was top notch and executed beautifully...It exceeded expectations!read more
