Meet your teachers
Serge
A visual artist who graduated from the École Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts in Paris, Serge taught for many years in art schools, at the Ministry of National Education as well as in various workshops.
Also director of the Center for Information and Promotion of Visual Arts (C.I.P.A.P) and Galerie 17 in Paris.
Currently a drawing teacher at the Ateliers des Beaux-Arts d'Avignon as well as at the Académie Paul Cézanne where he directs our open-air workshops that we are happy and proud to offer you.
Herman
Since childhood, Herman has had a real passion for drawing and painting.
After acquiring a solid foundation in graphic design, he joined the Plastic Arts at the Pie-X Institute and the Sint Lucas Paviljoen in Antwerp to deepen his expertise.
He never parted with his brushes and began exhibiting his works in 1994, demonstrating his artistic commitment.
An unconditional lover of Provence, particularly Vaucluse, he left Belgium to set up his easel there, letting himself be seduced and inspired by the works of great painters, captivated by the richness of the colors, the beauty of the landscapes and the unparalleled luminosity of this region.
With his excellent mastery of nuances, different artistic materials and their mutual effects, as well as the vibrant character he instills in everything he creates, you will discover a new dimension of painting.
Nathalie
Painter & globetrotter of colors.
A passionate self-taught artist, trained in part at the Costa Rican art school, Nathalie has always cultivated her love for travel and painting. Mastering oils, watercolors, and dry pastels, she draws a rich and vibrant palette from her experiences around the world. Based in the Pays d'Aix-en-Provence region, she leads lively and sensory workshops where her taste for sharing knowledge has naturally emerged. With her, each session becomes a sensitive immersion, between travel journals and an ode to the Provençal light, an invitation to explore Provence with a fresh perspective.
Nicholas
Nicholas is an award-winning watercolorist, a graduate in illustration from the University of East Anglia, and a former recipient of the Baker Tilly Prize from the Royal Watercolour Society, recognized for the finesse and modernity of his artistic approach.
His subtle and atmospheric paintings highlight the essential balance between abstraction and figuration, the foundation of a successful work of art.
His teaching, like his artistic work, is clear, inspiring, and profoundly educational.
Nicholas guides participants with precision, teaching them to see, simplify, and structure the subject matter in order to enhance the impact of their paintings.
Based in Occitania, this multi-award-winning artist has worked as the official painter for the Val d'Hérault Tourist Office and has also illustrated several books showcasing the region through his artistic talent.
During his workshops, Nicholas easily creates a welcoming and supportive atmosphere, encouraging each participant, regardless of their skill level, to refine their artistic sensibility and perfect their watercolor technique.