Difficulty: Intermediate
France
Patrice and Sophie discuss the recent government decision to ban students from wearing abayas in schools, since they're considered a religious symbol.
Difficulty: Intermediate
France
With the help of a mannequin, Sandra introduces Marie to the study of anatomy. They'll follow Charles Bargue's drawing course, which inspired famous artists like Van Gogh.
Difficulty: Intermediate
France
Sandra shows Marie a series of paintings about childhood games and explains what she'll need to know in order to depict movement.
Difficulty: Intermediate
France
Marie continues her lesson with Sandra, who will talk about anatomy and how to draw movement. But first, they have to get their payment agreement squared away.
Difficulty: Intermediate
France
Sandra gives Marie some pointers on how to draw a leaf. And Marie shares some surprising information about the painter Henri Rousseau.
Difficulty: Intermediate
France
Patrice and Sophie have the impression that things are changing because of disinformation and social media. Do you agree with their ideas?
Difficulty: Intermediate
France
Sandra teaches Marie how to draw a plant and a vase using crosshatching and shading to add perspective. Just a few strokes go a long way!
Difficulty: Intermediate
France
Sandra has brought some leaves and flowers for Marie to draw. She stresses the importance of drawing what you see, not what you think you see.
Difficulty: Intermediate
France
Sandra is giving Marie her first drawing lesson, starting with an exercise called "blind drawing." Try it out yourself!
Difficulty: Intermediate
France
Marie is taking her first drawing lesson with Sandra, so she brought all her new material to show her tutor. In the process, you will learn a ton of vocabulary!
Difficulty: Intermediate
France
Patrice and Sophie discuss the outcome of the recent referendum on self-service scooters in Paris. Why have scooters been taken off the streets and sidewalks?
Difficulty: Intermediate
France
Marie is interested in learning how to draw and paint. She decides to take classes with Sandra, a local art teacher, who gives her a list of all the supplies she'll need.
Difficulty: Intermediate
France
The postponement of King Charles III's visit to France prompted an interesting conversation between Sophie and Patrice. While Charles has always captured Patrice's imagination, Sophie has a certain admiration for the late Queen Elizabeth.
Difficulty: Intermediate
France
Sophie and Patrice discuss the retirement reforms in France and the mass protests opposing them. They also explain the role of President Macron in this controversial situation.
Difficulty: Intermediate
France
Sophie and Patrice talk about kitchen utensils, and Patrice shares a few tips on how to avoid burning your food.
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