Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire Fondation Maeght – Art in Action November 15, 2016What is it? The Foundation owns one of the largest collections of paintings, sculptures and graphic works of the 20th century in Europe and shows contemporary artists’ work…and it’s just a 2-hour drive from Aix. Who were the Maeghts? Aimé and Marguerite Maeght who were art dealers and collectors based in Cannes. This gallery in Saint-Paul …Continue Reading
Books on Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire Virginia Johnson’s Travels Through the French Riviera November 29, 2018French Riviera an Artistic Book Whether you have been to the French Riviera countless times or have always dreamed of the place, Virginia Johnson’s “Travels Through the French Riviera” is an insider’s guide from an artist’s perspective. Johnson is a Canadian designer and illustrator, and her book is a compilation of many years of exploration …Continue Reading
Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire Plan on Visiting the Musée Renoir at Cagnes-sur-Mer April 2, 2018It was Renoir’s birthday on February 25th, which has prompted me to write a little about his final home at Cagnes-sur-Mer, now the Musée Renoir. It’s easily do-able from Aix and a must once this wave of cold weather has ended. A sunny day is ideal as the views from his terrace are lovely. Continue reading …Continue Reading
Books on Provence · Guest Post · Inspire A New Book, Art in the South of France: The Inside Story April 17, 2018My new book, “Art in the South of France: The Inside Story,” will be launched this week. It is a journey across from ancient sun-drenched Arles through Saint-Tropez and Saint Paul-de-Vence to the Italianate beauty of Menton, following the artists who flocked south to the area where their creativity flourished under the sun. Van Gogh worked …Continue Reading
