Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire A Must Visit to the Porquerolles Fondation Carmignac October 4, 2018Porquerolles is the largest of the 3 Iles d’Or (Islands of Gold), easily accessible from the coast. We did the short (20 min) crossing from La Tour Fondu, near Hyères, roughly a 90-minute drive from Aix-en-Provence, depending on traffic. I hadn’t visited Porquerolles for many years and was surprised at the changes to the sleepy …Continue Reading
Artists Inspired by Provence · Inspire · Julie Whitmarsh SCAD Discovering Art and Design in Lacoste January 25, 2022From time to time, you see something that makes you reconsider some of the decisions you’ve made in life, and a recent visit to the SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design) campus at Lacoste, was one of those moments. It was the first stop on our day with the local Tourist Board, and although …Continue Reading
Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire Visiting Fondation Vasarely in Aix-en-Provence January 9, 2020Father of Optical Art Victor Vasarely (1906 -1997) was a Hungarian-born artist and designer who spent much time working in Provence. His work encompassed architecture, publicity posters, fashion and even car design, as well as his signature op-art. Why not visit the Fondation Vasarely on the hillside overlooking Aix, beside the A8? It’s really easy …Continue Reading
Artists Inspired by Provence · Christine van der Linden · Hans Zeegers · Inspire Biot Glass and More: A Creative Haven in the Heart of Provence March 6, 2025The Côte d’Azur has long been a magnet for renowned artists like Chagall, Picasso, and Matisse. Its enchanting landscapes, mild climate, and vibrant colours have inspired generations to bring their creations to life here. Today, Biot, a charming hilltop town near Antibes, is a sanctuary for artists and craftsmen who settle in the region to …Continue Reading
