Materials and techniques will be explained to beginners. You will work with French limestone, alabaster or modeling wax or clay. At the advanced level, the focus is on the development of your personal style and to deepen an outlook on your own visual language. You will sculpt in wood, French limestone, alabaster, marble, granite, modeling wax or clay or welding steel. You will learn how to work with specific materials, professional and specialized tools and machines. A extensive range of modern tools are available on site.

Site
La Montée is a Cognac farm from the 16th century which is located in the village of Richemont alongside the Antenne River, 3 km north of the medieval town of Cognac.

Stay
In the vicinity of La Montée you can choose from numerous accommodations like hotels, B&B’s or camping’s. Once your registration form and first payment are received, we’ll send you a complete list of localities and accommodation. You’ll have to make your own choice, we can help you with the reservation.

Surroundings
The ‘Pays de Cognac’ is known for its scenic landscape covered with vineyards, as if time has stood still. The region has a sunny micro-climate with many hours of sun. With the sea not too far away, more gentle temperatures are the norm. This inspiring region is one of the quietest places in France. It is a marvelous location for hiking, cycling, horse riding, golf, swimming and sailing. In Cherves-Richemont you’ll find the Chateau Chesnel. A 5 minute drive from La Montée brings you to the ancient part of the town of Cognac with the old cellars of the well known cognac brands, to the ‘Valois de François I’ Castle, to ‘des Arts de Cognac’ Museum, to sunny terraces and a choice of excellent restaurants. In Sainte-Brice (10 km) you’ll find a beautiful golf course. Less than an hour’s drive will take you to Château Rochfoucauld in Jarnac, the Pierre Loti Museum in Rochefort and the beach of Royan.

Program
Sunday to Friday inclusive (6 days)
9:00-13:30 sculpting with supervision
13:30-14:30 extensive hot lunch
14:30-18:00 sculpting with supervision / time off to discover the region

How to get there
You can easily reach Cherves Richemont by car (approx. 5 hours from Paris). You will receive detailed directions. From Paris, you can reach Cognac by train in about 3 ½ hours (via Angoulême). You can fly from a great number of British and Irish cities to La Rochelle or Bordeaux. The train will take you via Saintes to Cognac. For participants arriving by train/plane, we can arrange transport from Cognac train station to La Montée.

Prices
Cost per course: € 475,- per person. Price includes tools, machinery, specialized equipment, coffee, tea, mineral water, soft drinks and 6 extensive hot lunches with wine. Not included are travelling cost, accommodation and materials. All materials can be bought at cost price.

Registration
You can register for a course by downloading the registration form (click on ‘registration’ at the top of the page sculpture holidays of http://www.atelier2.eu ). Complete the form and send a signed copy by(e)mail. We advise you to register on time as limited places are available. The addresses are mentioned on the registration form.