Please find the cost and payment page by clicking this link.

Deposit is 100% refundable up to 9 months prior to your residency. Upon second payment 9 months prior to residency the deposit and other payments are all non-refundable. Any short notice cancellations can not be postponed, rescheduled, or refunded. DONATIONS and PATREON are nonrefundable. We are unable to refund any VAT / Sales tax already applied to processed payments.

Depending on the timeframe to your residency we will do the best we can to accommodate you. Please contact us as soon as possible. If we have ample time to find another artist to schedule, we can reschedule you one time. In the event of short notice we can only reschedule you if we find another artist to replace you. Otherwise, you will need to reapply.

To receive The Denis Diderot Grant and/or The Emerging Artist Grant, we ask that you join our "Artists Supporting Artists" Patreon account for a minimum of 13 months (€10 / €12 a month). This is a way to become a part of our growing community of artists that help to pay it forward. This initiative creates opportunities for other artists like yourself to attend the residency. From 2017-2024 we have been able to award attending artists in combined grants and donations €2,540,500! https://www.patreon.com/ChateauOrquevaux/membership

If you received The Denis Diderot Grant and/or The Emerging Artist Grant, the grants still apply if you need to switch dates.

If you purchase any art supplies from the art store, there is a cost. We have a wine cellar where you can purchase wine every day ranging from €10-€22. Also, we offer massages and these are €75 for 45 minutes.

Yes, your deposit and any payments made will transfer to your new residency date. Please note there may be a price adjustment.

Each situation is different. Please email us immediately at contact@chateauorquevaux.com and we will find a solution that works for both of us.

Depending on one’s nationality, as well as purpose of travel to France, a traveler might need or might not need a visa. Please do your research. Currently for the United States Visa requirements are not active on government website. (Starting October 2025, US citizens will need to register with ETIAS to travel to France. ETIAS is not a visa, it is a travel authorization for visa-exempt non-EU citizens, including Americans.) https://etias.com/etias-application

The dates of your residency include arrival and departure. If your residency is November 3rd-30th, arrival day is on the 3rd after 2pm and departure is on the 30th in the morning. There are normally two train times on departure day: 7:28am and 9:55am. Train times are always subject to change. If you are leaving by car, check out is by 10am. When purchasing train tickets please select "roundtrip" to purchase arrival and departure. Please find the website to purchase tickets below. https://www.thetrainline.com/en-us

We recommend flying into Charles De Gaulle Airport and taking a taxi to the train station, Gare de L’est. Then take the train to Chaumont. We will pick you up outside the Chaumont train station at either around 2pm or around 4pm pickup. Train times are subject to change. Sometimes, the only available pickup times are around 4pm and/or around 5:41pm. If there is a change, we will email you, don't worry! If arriving by car, please come after 2pm. For more information, and to fill out the travel form, click this link: https://www.chateauorquevaux.com/copy-of-travel-info-tips

No, Chaumont is a stop on the way to either Belfort-Ville or Mulhouse. When at the train station, check the board as it will list Chaumont as one of the smaller cities under the big city. We will send more information before your arrival!

We are happy to help you answer questions about arrival and departure to and from the Chateau. If you are planning to travel around the area or visit another country, before or after your residency, we recommend using https://www.thetrainline.com/ to help make booking your train travel easier.

No, English is the main language that will be used in the residency program. Most of our staff speak French, and most can also communicate in English. This ends up being a great dynamic: the staff can learn some English from the residents, and the residents can practice their French with the staff.

We recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip in case you need to cancel shortly before your scheduled residency. Please find our suggested travel insurance on our travel page below. https://www.chateauorquevaux.com/travel-information

Our residency does not provide sightseeing tours, but it is possible to rent a car for your stay and visit some of the various towns in and around our region. For more information, visit:https://www.chateauorquevaux.com/copy-of-our-area-france

Yes you should! But you don't have to on your own. We create an instagram group chat 2 weeks before your residency where you and other fellow residents can coordinate travel plans.

L'Art Store d'Orquevaux is officially open! We are open everyday from 11:30am - 12pm. We have paints, inks, canvas, and much more. We also have an art supplies room with leftover materials from previous artists, this supply is ever-changing. You can ship materials beforehand using the address below. You also can create a French Amazon account and order from there. Use this address format for shipping: Chateau Orquevaux (YOUR NAME) 18 Grande Rue 52700 Orquevaux France +33 7 72 08 33 50 A link will be created soon to view our online store.

All studios have an easel, work table, chair, and stool. We also have a small selection of portable easels for plein air. You are responsible for bringing and purchasing your own art supplies. Your studio can get as messy as you'd like but please do not use the walls as the canvas. You can staple gun and pin into the walls. We have a projector and printer for your use as well. Studios are available 24/7 but please note 10pm is quiet hours. Please use headphones when working in your studio.

Writers will be placed in a one of the bigger rooms in the chateau as these rooms double as ateliers. There is a desk in the bedroom. If there is no desk in the room, you may be placed in Esther's Bath Salon which is a beautiful shared writers space on the ground floor.

Studio sizes vary and we accommodate based on your studio needs. We have lots of wall space and studios can get messy! Every studio is equipped with a work table, stool, chair, and easel. We have jars for paint and shared sinks in both the stables and chateau studios. There are fans for summer and heaters for winter. There are bathrooms and coffee stations near both studio areas.

We have some power tools such as a blow torch, a drill, Dremel, and a few other items. If you would like anything specific for your stay, please email us. We have 3 tripods and 2 projectors.

We have an Epson printer in the Chateau for your use. We supply ink and regular A4 paper but if you would like any special paper or photo paper, please purchase this yourself. All things regarding chateau & studio introduction will be covered on the Chateau Tour, on the day after arrival. If you are wanting to order prints, we recommend using https://www.helloprint.fr/

No, we provide all towels and bedding. Our cleaning staff change your sheets once a week and towels are changed every 3 days. We also have 3 washers and dryers in the basement where you can wash your own clothing. We provide detergent.

We recommend bringing your own adapter (Type C or E), but we do have some spare.

Bring whatever clothing you would like! The weather in Orquevaux is very cold in the winter, and pretty hot in the summer. From autumn to spring, we recommend bringing waterproof jackets and boots as it can be a bit wet and muddy. We do have umbrellas available to use whenever is needed. Some residents will pack 1 - 2 nice outfits to wear to dinner. There are various trails around this region, if you want to bring appropriate shoes and clothing for hiking. Also, you can bring a swimsuit, as we also have a swimming area that residents frequent in the warmer months, and even in the colder months for a polar plunge!

On the payment form, there is a section where you will indicate if you would like to not be considered for a guesthouse. If you select this, we know to only accommodate you in the Chateau. Please let us know if you prefer a private bathroom as well. This is an extra cost and can be selected on the payment form. Otherwise, bathrooms are shared with a few other residents. We have the following options as well and they are booked on a first come basis: •Chateau bedroom with half bath (€850) •Chateau bedroom with ensuite and studio ensemble. The studio has incandescent lighting and no exterior window (€1,250) •2 or 3 bedroom house in the village with private ensuite(€1,250) •Fully renovated charming village private house (€1,500) More options coming in 2026 and 2027!

Yes, we allow partners and friends to visit. You will have to let us know beforehand so we can prepare before their arrival. The fee for an overnight guest is €150 which includes all meals and full access to the property. The cost for pickup and drop-off is €60 (€30 each way). If you would like to have someone visit for the day, it costs €75 which includes all meals.

We supply shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. Please bring any other toiletries you may need. We also supply hairdryers and hair straighteners. Please do not bring your hair dryer from home as it will not work.

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The residency, set in the French countryside, includes all meals, a private bedroom, a private studio, and shared writers space. We host special events such as our, Life Drawing, Get Grant Ready session, and Writer’s Circle. Airfare is at your own expense. For more information visit: https://www.chateauorquevaux.com/about-the-residency

Our mission is to create an international environment where all artists are welcome. A safe place to explore, contemplate and share ideas. A place without judgment, where all artists are free of explaining themselves. We aim to empower the creative spirit in its many forms, which in the process, has created a vibrant artistic community. The Chateau d'Orquevaux Artist Residency emphasizes the human experience and the creative process. The residency creates an environment for the artist in their quest for personal growth and artistic expression--while reinforcing that the end product is not necessarily the principal focus. We believe life is a creative journey and consider every moment a part of the process. New experiences stimulate creativity and revitalize the creative mind. For this reason, our residency is self-motivated. The artist must immerse themselves in the French country lifestyle. The things you thought you knew back home will begin to look different. ​This magnificent estate in the French countryside of Champagne-Ardenne is a unique environment, offering artists a place with limited distraction, plenty of food and an abundance of natural inspiration.

Yes, all meals are provided. There will be a shopping trip on the second day if you would like to purchase snacks as well. We also provide a typical French breakfast of croissants, charcuterie, and cheese. If you have special breakfast needs (granola, cereal, etc. ) you will need to purchase these at the grocery store. Other than having some vegetarian choices we are unable to cater to any specific dietary needs, we do not offer specific gluten-free or vegan options.

Wine can be purchased from our wine cave for an average price of €10-€22 a bottle. We also have beer, sparkling water, non-alcoholic beverages, and many snacks! Wine and champagne are provided during the welcome reception and will also be provided for one or two other special events.

The Chateau has a kitchen used by staff to create meals daily. Please ask the chefs if you would like to use the kitchen for anything. Residents have a dedicated fridge and personal basket to store items bought on the shopping trip. Guesthouses have a kitchen or kitchenette, with cutlery, dishware, fridge and sink.

Other than L'Art Store d'Orquevaux, the wonderful thing about this residency is that the Chateau is in a remote location in the French Countryside. Chateau d'Orquevaux offers a respite from "real" world energy. This magnificent estate in the French countryside of Champagne-Ardenne offers artists a place with limited distraction and an abundance of natural inspiration. On the second day of the residency, there is a group trip to a nearby grocery store. If you want to do more exploring of the area, we recommend renting a car for your stay.

Yes, we have washers, dryers, and free detergent available for use. We also have irons and a drying rack.

Chateau d'Orquevaux (YOUR NAME HERE) 18 Grande rue 52700 Orquevaux France

A few days before your departure, you come to the office to collect any supply boxes, shipping tubes, and other shipping materials that you may need. You wrap and pack your art work in your studio and will bring it to the office the following day for the shipping process. We will assist you in filling out the required forms and printing the labels to ensure your package makes it home safely. Please bring your credit card and phone to the office when you are ready to ship!