Art-inspired Events

As part of Stellenbosch Garden Town’s celebration of nature, art and sustainable beauty, La Motte is proud to host a special talk by Anja Taschner, renowned organic farmer, botanical alchemist and advocate for regenerative planting. Wander through La Motte’s beautifully kept grounds on a Rose & Garden Walk, as Anja shares her insights into the...

In celebration of the Stellenbosch Garden Town’s festivities and Die Ateljee “Rose’d” art exhibition, La Motte is hosting a special talk by world-renowned rose specialist Ludwig Taschner. Join us for a journey through the history of the rose — from its ancient origins in the East to its cultivation across cultures and continents. Discover how...

In the spirit of Garden Day South Africa, join us at La Motte Wine Estate for a hands-on floral arranging workshop led by Anja Taschner - organic flower grower and passionate advocate for living in harmony with nature. Celebrate the beauty of roses and wildflowers in an uplifting and interactive experience that invites you to...

Half-Day Workshop Experience at La Motte Ateljee Join Libby Bell for a creative journey into botanical watercolour, where she’ll guide you through technique and expression. Designed for both beginners and experienced artists, this session will guide you through some of her most-loved and well-used watercolour techniques for botanical illustration. During the morning break guests will...

Half-Day Workshop Experience at La Motte Ateljee Join Libby Bell for a creative journey into botanical watercolour, where she’ll guide you through technique and expression. Designed for both beginners and experienced artists, this session will guide you through some of her most-loved and well-used watercolour techniques for botanical illustration. During the morning break guests will...

The Ateljee offers a sip & paint event perfect for beginners and seasoned painters to unwind, create and connect. This is a relaxed and informal offering where guests receive a framed canvas, acrylic paint and all the tools necessary to create a beautiful artwork, while sipping on a glass of La Motte Vin de Joie...

Morning Workshop Experience at La Motte Ateljee: Celebrate the festive season with a slow, creative morning painting Christmas cards. Just before the festive rush begins, this workshop offers a peaceful space to unwind, reconnect, and enjoy the simple joy of watercolour painting. Perfect for beginners and those looking to deepen their skills, the session with...

Morning Workshop Experience: Fynbos inspired acrylic ink gift wrap workshop Join artist and designer, Charlotte van Schalkwyk, for a fynbos-inspired acrylic ink painting workshop at the La Motte Ateljee. Together we’ll explore creative ways of creating surface pattern designs on gift wrap paper, just in time for the festive season. Set in a relaxed and...

Join the Ateljee team during the festive season while they offer an exciting wreath decorating workshop. Guests will have the opportunity to decorate their own wreath with fynbos and plant materials from the surrounding mountains and valleys of Franschhoek Guided step by step, guests will receive a wreath base made from plant materials to decorate...

Morning Workshop Experience at La Motte Ateljee: Celebrate the festive season with a slow, creative morning painting Christmas cards. Just before the festive rush begins, this workshop offers a peaceful space to unwind, reconnect, and enjoy the simple joy of watercolour painting. Perfect for beginners and those looking to deepen their skills, the session with...

Morning Workshop Experience: Fynbos inspired acrylic ink gift wrap workshop Join artist and designer, Charlotte van Schalkwyk, for a fynbos-inspired acrylic ink painting workshop at the La Motte Ateljee. Together we’ll explore creative ways of creating surface pattern designs on gift wrap paper, just in time for the festive season. Set in a relaxed and...

Join the Ateljee for a hands on christmas cookie ornament decorating class at La Motte. Guests will learn royal icing decorating techniques, create beautiful designs, and have a batch of decorated cookie ornaments to take home and get into the festive spirit. This workshop is perfect for both beginners and seasoned bakers, and children from...

Half-Day Workshop Experience at La Motte Ateljee This hands-on workshop introduces the art of making handcrafted paper using upcycled materials and natural embellishments, encouraging playful experimentation and a relaxed approach to materials. Guests will learn how to transform old paper scraps into fresh sheets of textured, creative paper — perfect for journaling, collage, cards, or...

Half-Day Workshop Experience at La Motte Ateljee: Floral Expression - textural acrylic painting with Kim Black Come and enjoy a colour filled workshop where Kim Black will bring flowers to life in textural acrylic paint. During this workshop guests will learn about colour value and variation, and break down complex floral forms into clear, confident...

Full-Day Workshop Experience at La Motte Ateljee: The Art of Floral Adornment with Heike Taschner Jeske Explore botanical artistry and experience how Heike sees beyond the petals. Under Heike’s guidance, guests will unravel the essence of the rose to transform it into sculptural adornments. This workshop invites you to explore the rose not just as a...

Half Day Workshop Experience at La Motte Ateljee: The Art of Floral Adornment with Heike Taschner Jeske Explore botanical artistry and experience how Heike sees beyond the petals. Under Heike’s guidance, guests will unravel the essence of the rose to transform it into sculptural adornments. This workshop invites you to explore the rose not just as...