Barefoot Blogger · Inspire My Meeting with Author Simon James in Uzès November 23, 2020Through my Uzès experience, I’ve known and written about quite a few artists. Yet there was something extraordinary about meeting Simon James aside from his status as an award-winning writer and illustrator. Meeting Simon James Living in a “red zone” COVID world, I miss the small, intimate art exhibitions that were so popular around town …Continue Reading
Artists Inspired by Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire Simply Watercolours a Virtual Painting Course by Tessa Baker February 16, 2023Tessa Baker is a talented artist who runs small-group painting holidays and workshops in Provence, Italy, and other beautiful destinations. For several years, she has organized Painting Provence with Tess tours. The intimate group size ensures that everyone gets the personal attention required. These weeks are creative, intense, and productive. In addition to the travel …Continue Reading
Books on Provence · Guest Post · Inspire The Book Van Gogh’s Ear – The True Story August 1, 2017Recently, I met up with local author Bernadette Murphy, whose book ‘Van Gogh’s Ear – The True Story‘ has been such a success. It was chosen by BBC Radio 4 as their book of the week and was also the subject of a BBC2 TV documentary. The author certainly did her research while writing this book. …Continue Reading
Explore · Guest Post · Villages Towns and Cities The Secrets of Arles My Unforgettable Visit to Provence May 12, 2020The road through France to discover Arles. by Mahima Kaur Arriving in Arles A transport strike, a few cancelled trains and an urgent Uber ride from Avignon to Arles was not the kind of Provencal welcome I had imagined. The long journey and a growling stomach are quickly forgotten when walking through the deserted, cobblestone …Continue Reading