A few shots of the stunning exhibition at the Pope's Palace, in Avignon. The artists work spanning several decades (from 1966) is on display, some original works, and many photos, being father of street art and his work is mainly displayed out there.. Ernest...
Culture
Summer festivals in Vaison-la-Romaine
We are lucky to have a rich cultural scene in Vaison, highlighted in the summer by outdoor shows in the Roman theatre, as well as in more intimate scenes like the one set in the Roman ruins, and in the cathedral. Below some shows we have had the chance to enjoy over...
Augustus Caesar Praetoria @ Vaison-la-Romaine
Vaison-la-Romaine is a fitting location for the Augustus Caesar Praetoria association, which reenacts historical scenes based on Roman Emperor Hadrien and his pretorian guard. The attention to details and use of historical materials and techniques are quite amazing...
Pop the Opera
An opportunity for hundreds of kids from the Provence region to come together on the stage of the prestigious Choregies d'Orange, home of the famous Opera festival, and sing a medley of songs accompanied by the Avignon symphonic orchestra. We where proud of our niece...
Popes’ Palace temporary exhibitions
The Pope's Palace in Avignon, is a stunning space for art exhibitions, here are two of my favourites: Les Papesses, 2013, The Popesses of art: Louise Bourgeois, Camille Claudel, Berlinde de Bruyckere, Kiki Smith, Jana Sterbak Exhibition book...
Rencontres photographiques d’Arles
A summer festival running from June to September, with pop up exhibition throughout the town, a bliss! Shows often also pop up at l'Abbaye de Montmajour, between Arles and Fontevieille. Here in 2013, an exhibition curated by Christian Lacroix, Arles' loved child
Avignon, the Popes Palace and the festival
Avignon is mostly known by it's half built bridge, giving birth to eponymous rhyme, and it's medieval palace, built in several stage by the different Popes who reigned here during the XIVth century. Visiting the palace is fascinating if you have the slightest interest...