Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire Luma Foundation Changes to Arles’ Skyline July 11, 2016Just posting an image from the current Van Gogh exhibition in Arles reminded me that the town is undergoing big changes. Van Gogh’s view of Arles; it’s hardly changed in 125 years. The Luma Foundation is building a cultural complex on the site of the former railway sheds. This art-focused development by Maja Hoffman is …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Shopping & Gifts Curated Shopping for Made in France Our Provencal Marketplace June 10, 2022A collection of handcrafted and limited production French products. Recognizing the effort that artists put into their chosen creative path, we hope that this virtual space opens the doors to those workshops. So please take a glimpse into the artists’ studios and read their stories. The Perfectly Provence marketplace links you directly to their websites, …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Shopping & Gifts Arles Welcomes French Fashion Brand Margareth & Moi July 1, 2021Arles is THE place to be this summer for culture, photography, and now high-end fashion brand Margareth & Moi newest boutique at 5, rue des Arènes. It’s hard to know where to start in Arles, but these should all be on your must-see list. The Frank Gehry designed LUMA tower opened on June 26th. Photography …Continue Reading
Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire Major New Picasso Museum to open in Aix-en-Provence in 2021 February 9, 2018The former convent and college des Precheurs in Aix Centre Ville has been sold for 11.5 million euros to house an extensive collection of Picasso’s works—2,000 in all—including paintings, ceramics, and sculptures. The Musée Jacqueline et Pablo Picasso will be the third museum in France to be in France to be dedicated to the artist, after …Continue Reading