Ventimiglia, Italy·Farm / Rural
STONE SCULPTURE RESIDENCY — August & September With Nicole Durand – Menton / Italian Riviera
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nicole durand ★ Founding
Italy
Stone sculptore
Apply by
August 13, 2026
Cost
€90 / day
Disciplines
Visual Arts
Duration
2 weeks
Accommodation
3 doble apartment
Languages
French, Italian, English, Spanish, Finnish
Availability
Jan
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Minimum stay: 7 days
About this opportunity
The space
The Artistic Village Nicole’s atelier is located near Menton, on the Italian side of the French Riviera, overlooking the sea, on clear days, you can even glimpse Corsica on the horizon. It is a living, breathing artistic environment where creativity flows through every corner. Here, Nicole guides artists and creatives through immersive stone‑sculpting journeys, blending technique, intuition, and personal transformation.
Surroundings
The village surrounding the atelier is truly unique: mermaid mosaics, sculptures embedded in ancient stone walls, lush gardens filled with plants and flowers, nature everywhere.
Life during a stay
🏡 Accommodation Options (limited availability!) We offer 3 double apartments, for a total of 6 spots (three couples or shared rooms). Accommodation types AP – Single/double room, private bathroom, shared kitchen APK – Single/double room, private bathroom, private kitchenette MP – Single/double room, private bathroom, private kitchen Other options We can also assist participants who prefer booking a B&B, campground, or independent apartment near the studio. 🍽️ Meals & Shared Lunch Experience Lunch and dinner are not included. All apartments have a fully equipped kitchen, so participants can prepare their own meals. You may shop before arrival in the nearby supermarkets of Latte or Ventimiglia, or bring food from home. Even if you bring your own meals, you can warm your food in a small oven available at the atelier. 🌊 The communal lunch table Every day, artists and students are invited to share lunch together at a large outdoor table with sea view, inside the atelier’s open space. This moment is designed for: - sharing ideas - discussing the progress of the day - exchanging emotions and challenges - reflecting on what each person has learned - supporting one another in artistic growth It is a warm, enriching ritual that strengthens the creative community.
Practical details
Duration
2 weeks
Cost
90 € per day → 14 days = 1260 € Accommodation (optional) 500 € per week → 2 weeks = 1000 € → approx. 71 € per day Total with accommodation (optional): 2260 €
Accommodation
3 doble apartment
What's offered
Studio Space
Accommodation
Skills needed
Sculpture
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