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Atelier Arèla is an independent creative studio founded in 2008 by artist Arèla, located in Bonson in the Alpes-Maritimes, within the Préalpes d’Azur Regional Natural Park. Set among mountains, valleys and rivers, the studio offers a tranquil setting for artistic exploration, poetry and connection with the natural world. Its approach brings together creativity and shamanic practice, encouraging participants to observe, listen, dream and create rather than focus on self-help or psychology.

The studio offers artistic activities including watercolor, drawing, travel journaling and shamanic-inspired creation. Its adult workshops are designed for small groups of up to six people and include “A Shamanic Artist’s Path,” a leather-bound grimoire project, and “Four Seasons in Bonson,” a year-long travel-journaling experience exploring local plants, trails and heritage. Arèla also presents and exhibits original watercolor work and travel journals, including “Fille du Vent,” and offers opportunities to meet at festivals and exhibitions. Atelier visits and contact are by appointment. The website also features a shop and gallery, showcasing the artist’s creative work and projects.