Artists Inspired by Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire Miriam Hartmann an Artistic Journey to Provence August 10, 2020Born in Kiel, Germany, a meandering path led Miriam Hartmann to her artist’s atelier in the village of Ménerbes. Why Provence? Over 15 years ago, Miriam Hartmann stood on the terrace of a modest studio in the Provencal village of Maubec. Gazing at Mont Ventoux, she had an overwhelming feeling that she was home. Inspired …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions Visit Aix-en-Provence the Provencal City of Water Fountains October 16, 2014Aix en Provence is often referred to as the city of water. The Romans settled here in part due to ready access to natural springs. As the town began to take shape during the Middle Ages, there were hundreds of fountains created for domestic use. Today there are only about 30. These remaining fountains are …Continue Reading
Guest Post · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Aix: Marilyn Monroe Photo Expo October 27, 2016‘Marilyn I Wanna Be Loved By You’ is the new exhibition at Aix’s Caumont Centre-d’Art. Sixty images from top photographers will highlight her career – most of them are from private collections. The narrative will focus on her relationship with photography and ask how they Marilyn and the photographers – constructed her image. This new …Continue Reading
Guest Post · Restaurant Recommendations · Taste Mana Espresso for a Fresh, Light Lunch in Aix February 18, 2016This café had only been open 9 weeks when I visited in August so it was good to revisit it and see how things were going. Young British owners Alex and Ben report lots of activity and it was certainly busy yesterday, maybe a result of being rated 2nd on Trip Advisor. You might want …Continue Reading
