For the very first time, Château de la Carrière has the honour of welcoming Chantal Mirabaud, one of the great names in hand-painted porcelain and French tableware, for an exceptional masterclass held in June.
- Chantal Mirabaud MASTERCLASS -
Paint like Marie-Antoinette.
Learn from a true master of French porcelain.
This June, Château de la Carrière welcomes the extraordinary Chantal Mirabaud for an exclusive porcelain painting masterclass.
For nearly 40 years, Chantal has created one-of-a-kind hand-painted porcelain for the world’s most prestigious houses — from Dior and Nina Ricci to the Versailles Ball and the Haute Couture ateliers of Paris.
Now, for the very first time, she opens her atelier secrets to a small group of guests inside our château.
An immersive journey into the French art of living, where history, beauty and craftsmanship meet — and where you will create your own hand-painted porcelain, worthy of a royal table.
A once-in-a-lifetime masterclass.
Places are extremely limited.
2026
An immersion into the true French art of living.
JUNE 18TH TO 24TH
Château de la Carrière, 53170 LA CROPTE
France
During this immersive masterclass, you will be personally guided by Chantal Mirabaud into the rare art of 18th-century inspired porcelain painting.
You will learn:
• The foundations of academic porcelain brushwork used in the great French ateliers
• How to paint botanical motifs inspired by Marie-Antoinette’s tables and the French court
• Chantal’s simplified painting method, making this refined art accessible even to beginners
• How to compose elegant floral decorations on fine white porcelain
• The secrets of balance, rhythm and detail that give porcelain its timeless, couture finish
• How to build confidence in your gesture and develop your own expressive style
You will work directly on “hard” porcelain and create your own hand-painted pieces — unique objects to take home, finished under the guidance of a master.
More than a technical course, this is an initiation into French elegance, where every brushstroke becomes part of a centuries-old tradition.
At her home, the Manoir de Favry, days begin among roses, old trees and quiet paths. It is within these gardens she lives and tends that Chantal imagines her collections — carrying the spirit of the 18th century into contemporary French art of living.
An art once reserved for queens. Now passed to you.
Chantal Mirabaud MASTERCLASS is limited to maximum of 12 guests…to secure your spot please complete the booking form
What’s Included…..
6 nights in private/shared room with own bathroom at Chateau de la Carriere
Daily painting classes (materials included)
All meals, snacks and alcohol
Transfers to and from Laval Train Station
What is not Included….
Travel to and from France
Travel to and from Paris
Travel insurance (highly recommended)
Personal Spending
An invitation to slow down, create with your hands, and step into a world where beauty still matters.
12 Guests only
This is a small private tour limited to a maximum of 12 guests so to ensure your space please complete the booking request below. You will then be contacted regarding payment of the deposit. Cost for the tour is as follows:
€4800 PER PERSON – SOLO ROOM OCCUPANCY
€4300 PER PERSON – SHARED ROOM
Once your booking is confirmed you will then be charged 50% of the stay price with the remaining 50% payable 60 days before arrival.
An experience shaped by tradition, craftsmanship and the pleasure of creating something truly timeless.