An immersive experience in the heart of Provence, dedicated to excellence and art.
Day 01.
Tuesday, March 31 – Welcome & First Gathering
2:00 pm: Arrival & Welcome.
Participants are welcomed at La Coquillade Provence, surrounded by vineyards and golden light.
2:30 pm: Presentation of REFERENCE.
Hosted by Christophe Serrano & Stéphanie Fayolle, our photographer and wedding planner
duo, introducing the philosophy and spirit of REFERENCE.
3:15 pm: Inaugural Artistic Direction. A first creative encounter guided by Christophe &
Stéphanie setting the tone for three exceptional days of inspiration and creation : portfolio 1.
4:30 pm: Gourmet break.
5:00 pm: Arrival of VIP Guests & Venue Visit.
A privileged moment to discover La Coquillade and meet the talents who will guide each day’s experience.
6:00 pm: Check-in of the rooms.
7:30 pm: Opening Evening.
An intimate welcome dinner designed as a gathering of creative minds, inspiration, connection, and Provence elegance.
Day 02.
Wednesday, April 1 – Talent & Creation
8:00 - 9:00 am: Breakfast in the vineyard restaurant.
9:00 - 10:00 am: Conversation with Kate Holland (Magnolia Rouge).
Discover her artistic eye and editorial approach.
10:30 am - 12:00 pm: Inspiring Conversation with Elizabeth Messina. An intimate talk about
emotion, light, and the poetry of photography.
12:30 - 2:00 pm: Lunch break.
2:30 - 4:30 pm: Unique Masterclass by Elizabeth Messina.
A unique experience where photographers & wedding vendors will discover Elizabeth’s
secrets and artistic techniques, her approach to light, emotion, and storytelling through imagery.
5:00 - 6:30 pm: Flatlay Experience with Kate Holland.
Editorial styling and composition session each photographer will have the opportunity to
capture and build professional content for their portfolio, under Kate’s guidance: portfolio 2.
7:30 pm: Departure for Gordes.
8:00 pm: Dinner in the World’s Most Beautiful Village.
A convivial evening celebrating art, light, and friendship.
Day 03.
Thursday, April 2 – Vision & Excellence
7:30 - 8:30 am: Breakfast in the vineyard restaurant.
9:00 - 10:00 am: Meeting with BrancoPrata (Photographer & Designer Duo).
A conversation on creative identity and brand storytelling through imagery.
10:30 am - 12:00 pm: Fashion Session with Madame Figaro’s Fashion Editor.
Discover the intersection between bridal fashion and editorial direction. inspiration for
photographers seeking to elevate their visual narrative.
12:30 - 1:30 pm: Lunch break.
1:30 - 2:30 pm: Floral Design Celebration with Laetitia Mayor.
Artistic floral direction and composition, romantic and timeless imagery.
2:30 - 4:30 pm: BrancoPrata Artistic Direction.
A full creative session with BrancoPrata’s signature elegance : portfolio 3.
5:00 - 6:30 pm: Artistic direction by Alexandra Tesson.
Fashion styling shoot : portfolio 4.
7:30 pm: Closing Dinner at La Coquillade.
An unforgettable evening celebrating vision, connection, and the essence of REFERENCE.
Day 04.
Friday, April 3 – Farewell & Departure
8:00 - 10:00 am: Farewell Breakfast on the Avellan Terrace.
A final gathering before departure, sharing memories, creative connections, and the inspiration born in Provence.
Throughout the Summit the attendees will build an exceptional portfolio , each day capturing
work alongside world-class creatives, resulting in a refined, diverse, and editorial-quality collection.
Every detail is designed to offer you an experience of excellence,
connection, and inspiration in an exceptional setting.
Pricing options
Your stay at the prestigious Relais & Châteaux, La Coquillade includes:
3 nights accommodation
3 refined dinners
2 curated lunches
3 gourmet breakfasts
5 700 € all taxes included per person
Opt for a shared room (3 nights) & benefit from a preferential rate.6 500 € all taxes included per person
Enjoy the privacy & comfort of a room just for you.