Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire The Night 8 Cézannes were Stolen in Aix March 31, 2015It was back in August 1961, a long-forgotten incident, and thanks to local historian Alain Paire for sending details of this fascinating story. The thieves climbed the garden walls then up the decorative ironwork of the façade to reach the first floor paintings. …Continue Reading
Books on Provence · Inspire · Mary Jane Deeb Book Review: Living in Provence August 24, 2015This beautiful art book illustrates the many different ways people choose to live in Provence. It is part of a “Living in…” series of publications about living in different parts of the world including places like Tuscany or Bali. This particular volume was published in 2012 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Taschen art …Continue Reading
Ashley Tinker · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur What’s Going on in May Events in Provence 2018 April 30, 2018On the 1st of May, make sure to visit the celebrations in Arles where the Fête des Gardians takes over the city. Worth a visit! You may even see the queen of les Arlesiennes. This is the month of public holidays in France. Make sure to be aware of store closings. I would just give up on getting …Continue Reading
Ashley Tinker · Explore · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur September Events in Provence 2017 September 6, 2017Contributor blog post by Ashley Tinker: August is a quiet month in Provence where everyone believes it to be their right to do absolutely nothing (farniente) that requires any energy (other than catching up with friends, sunbathing by the pool or on the beach) In September, there are plenty of festivals to attend and there’s a …Continue Reading