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Artists Inspired by Provence · Inspire

Ateliers Fourwinds Breathing New Artistic Energy in Aureille

August 25, 2017

At first glance, one might think nothing much has changed at Ateliers Fourwinds since my last visit four years ago. Which, is exactly what the new partners want for this artistic workshop (atelier) space with its natural vistas of the Alpilles. Their desire was to breathe new artistic energy into this creative retreat. Vianney Pinon and

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Barefoot Blogger · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities

Arles: Feria du Riz Food and Fashion

September 19, 2014

Just tell me there’s a bullfight close to Uzes, and I’m there. As usual, there’s always a party that makes the corrida even more fun. Arles, a town less than an hour down the road that’s mostly famous for being one of Van Gogh’s “hangouts”. The Feria du Riz, the annual Rice Harvest Festival, celebrates

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Artists Inspired by Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire

Visit Forcalquier and Stop at this Artists’ Atelier-Boutique

May 21, 2025

Sylvie Hooghe and Cécile Vitrant are jewellery creators based in Forcalquier, a town in the Department of Alpes-De-Haute-Provence. Forcalquier offers many reasons to visit, including an impressive citadel and a pedestrian-friendly old centre, but the main reason is the concentration of artists’ workshops and boutiques. Plan to visit Forcalquier and stop by the newest artists’

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Artists Inspired by Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire

Provence’s Artisan Treasures: Unearthing the Ceramics and Pottery Makers

October 9, 2024

Is there something in the Provencal air, in the water, or is it in the earth? Provence’s ceramics industry is a vibrant and integral part of the region’s cultural and economic landscape. It blends traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation, contributing significantly to local heritage and the economy. Below, we explore the history of ceramics and

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Visitor’s Guide: Ceramics and Pottery Artists in Provence

July 31, 2024

Provençal Ingredients Provence’s Mediterranean climate and fertile agricultural land are suitable for growing olives, lavender, a wide variety of produce, and grapes for winemaking. The soil varies throughout the region, with abundant clay (argile), which is likely why the area has so many artisan ceramic and pottery makers. Provence’s ceramics industry is a vibrant and

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Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire

Artists Open House a Reason to Visit Forcalquier

June 24, 2022

The artists and artisans of Forcalquier open their doors for the ninth edition of Ateliers Ouverts from July 29th through August 1st, 2022. Les Ateliers Ouverts Truly a celebration of creativity, the event takes place throughout the town with street entertainment, outdoor photo displays and art shown in galleries, shop windows and artist’s studios. Visitors

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Beatrice Carrot · Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions

Creating Holiday Magic a Provencal Christmas Creche with Adorable Santons

December 11, 2024

St Francis and the Provencal Creche The traditional French nativity scene that represents the story of the birth of Jesus is essentially a Provençal tradition, but it has a long history that began in Italy. In 1223, in Greccio, St. Francis of Assisi is said to have created the first reenactment of the birth of

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