ArtsyCrafts Retreat

PaperArtsy HQ, France | June 10–17, 2026

We invite you to join us for 8 days of creativity and a taste of PaperArtsy life in France, hosted at PaperArtsy HQ with Alison Bomber.

The retreat includes four inspiring days of art-making with Alison (all class materials provided). We’ll share the delights of the Dordogne region; a visit to a nearby château, the chance to explore a local brocante for vintage finds and local markets and restaurants. We offer relaxed evening apéro by the PAHQ pool each evening and wonderful meals prepared on site by our talented chef Fred, featuring regional produce and wine (all this is applies to both packages). This will be a truly memorable creative and travel experience.

The event information pack, and the booking application form are now available here to read and download

We offer two retreat packages, depending on where you prefer to stay.

• Package One – (All Inclusive On-site Accommodation) Stay just steps from PaperArtsy HQ in a neighbouring rural property featuring three recently renovated houses, a shared heated swimming pool, and a poolside summer kitchen. This private and peaceful setting offers comfortable, exclusive accommodation within easy walking distance of the studio. Come on your own or share with a friend, most rooms have private ensuites, with a small number offering a bathroom next door.

• Package Two – (Off-site Accommodation) If you are traveling with a partner, you may prefer Package Two, staying in a beautiful historic B&B on the Dordogne River in nearby Lalinde, hosted by our close friends Brian and Cheri. This elegant property offers four ensuite bedrooms, daily transport to and from PaperArtsy HQ, and easy train access to Bergerac, Bordeaux, and Sarlat, ideal for partners wishing to explore the region independently. NB This accommodation you will pay for directly with the property.

HOW TO BOOK ... 

• Saturday Jan 17 at 5 pm Paris time, join Leandra and Alison live in our FB community 'PaperArtsy People' where we will answer questions.
• When the live ends, we will make available 15 places from a link below so you can secure your place in the queue by paying a €500 deposit.
• Once you have successfully paid your deposit, please email your booking application form to artsycrafts@paperartsy.com as soon as possible so we can confirm your place on the course and begin the room allocation process.

Don't forget to join our ArtsyCrafts Retreats FB group where we will keep followers informed about all future announcements. If we have a cancellation, we will always advertise first in this group to let you know.

These events sell out fast, so get ready! Prepare now by downloading the event information pack and booking form

To contact us direct email artsycrafts@paperartsy.com

Bookings for Tracy Scott’s retreat (October 2026) will open in late February/ early March.