Artists Inspired by Provence · Inspire · Modern Trobadors Jacqueline Bircard Regard Naïf Europeen Exhibition Extended November 1, 2017There were just a few paintings still to hang when I left Lourmarin in late September. Before departing—and two days before the opening–I popped by to see Jacqueline Bricard, proprietor of the naïf art gallery bearing her name and curator of the “Regard Naïf Européen” exhibition. She was in the midst of the usual frenzy …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Shopping & Gifts MuSaMa Savon de Marseille Preserving Provencal History September 21, 2018Le Musée de Savon de Marseille MuSaMa opened in mid-March (2018) near the Vieux Port. This museum, boutique and workshop are dedicated to safeguarding the reputation of Savon de Marseille. The vision of the museum’s founders is to educate visitors about the vrai (real) Savon de Marseille, its eco-friendly ingredients, and artisanal production. This goal …Continue Reading
Guest Post · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Suspended Art in Sanary sur Mer September 26, 2016Sanary sur Mer has to be one of the loveliest seaside towns – the harbour is so picturesque with the traditional pointus, coloured flags and palm trees. Right now, there is an extra reason to go: ‘L’Art Suspendu’. Forty-nine artists are exhibiting their giant canvases (50x200cm) at this interesting art expo until October 2. It’s one …Continue Reading
Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire To See in Marseille at the Moment: Panoramas January 8, 2016MUCEM seems to specialise in quirky off-beat subjects for its exhibitions. ‘J’Aime Les Panoramas’ is a case in point. It starts with this remark made by Jean Dujardin in a film (see photo of scene) and then walks us through the history of panoramic painting and photography.…Continue Reading
