Join artist MJ Lourens on the 17th of September for a guided walkabut of the La Motte Museum's latest exhibition, Land Rewoven: MJ Lourens in conversation with JH Pierneef.  Lourens will guide you through his considered body of work and explain the inspirations and interpretations with relevance to JH Pierneef works from the La Motte Museum collection.  The Art Experience concludes in Pierneef a La Motte Restaurant with a cheese board and a glass of wine from the award-winning Pierneef Collection (optional).

Bookings essential.
RATE:
R90.00 per adult

We visit some of the art galleries in the village which offer a vast variety of art representing artists from all walks of life.  Whether you're in to classical, abstract or modern; ink, acrylic or pastel; portraits, landscapes or sculptures; you will find it on our main road.  We visit a couple of local artists in their studios to chat with them about what inspires them and view their work and then venture out of the village to some amazing galleries on the surrounding wine farms. A truly immersive art tour not to be missed.

RATE:  Valid until 31Mar20
R650.00 per adult
R300.00 per child under 13

The 4th annual Art Franschhoek Festival takes place over the weekend of 25 to 27 October.

Over the years Franschhoek has established itself as one of the country’s premier art destinations with its numerous art galleries and resident artists. Art enthusiasts can choose to leisurely browse the galleries situated along the village’s main road, and within comfortable walking distance from each other. Alternatively choose to view the artworks on display at some of the wine farms, which include Grande Provence and La Motte. Garden and art tours at Leeu Estate add an extra touch to your cultural outing. Art Franschhoek celebrates these artists, and allows visitors to experience this unique part of Franschhoek.


Special events take place during the weekend of 25, 26 and 27 October. A detailed programme will be available on the festival website, www.franschhoekart.co.za. Watch the press for more details on what to expect during this time, as well as the remainder of October.

From 7th January 2020, Andrea  Desmond-Smith is once again offering her personalised art classes at her home in the Salamander Lounge which is situated at her Artemis Estate.  This expansive estate boasts the most stunning indigenous garden, loving created from nothing by Andrea and her late husband Kobus. The view of the Franschhoek Valley is second to none and will provide wonderful inspiration for your art work.

The classes will run every Tuesday from 9.30am to 12.30pm. 
Cost: R250 a month.

Easels, tables, refreshments and music will be provided.
The aim is for people of similar interest to get together and exchange ideas and inspiration. The Art Lounge is facilitated by  Andrea, who will help with problems and techniques if requested.

Andrea is a graduate of Michaelis School of Art, Cape Town and has taught, painted and exhibited for many years.