Monthly Archives: August 2015

Castelfranc

Posted on August 30, 2015 by Paul

This morning we went to  Castelfranc, a small town on the Lot River. We had gone there for dinner in 2013 and briefly visited a garden in the town center. The Garden of the Senses is a wonderful medieval style … Continue reading →

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Art in Montcabrier

Posted on August 29, 2015 by Paul

Here are a few pieces I’ve done while at Montabrier. It’s hot and humid here, about 90/90. Monday we will be going to Peche Merle Cave to see some prehistoric art. At least the cave will be cool! Paul

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Lavande de Lherm

Posted on August 28, 2015 by Paul

Today we visited Lavande de Lherm, an idyllic lavender farm in a small hamlet that is part of the commune of Lherm in the Lot Valley. Sally led us to the farm where Suzie and Ian welcomed us graciously. Suzie … Continue reading →

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Giant Cep

Posted on August 27, 2015 by Paul

Sally just came in with this giant double cep. Her neighbor brought another basket full of them. Paul

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Saint Avit

Posted on August 27, 2015 by Paul

Yesterday we went to Saint Avit, an 11th century church ruin, for some afternoon drawing and painting. It is very hot and the cool forest around this historic site seemed to be a nice place to be. We visited here a … Continue reading →

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Chateau de Bonaguil

Posted on August 26, 2015 by Paul

Yesterday we toured Chateau de Bonaguil, a nearby historic castle that we had painted from afar in 2013 but never visited. This castle is the culmination of building first recorded in 1271. Built upon a steep rock in front of a … Continue reading →

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Music and Painting

Posted on August 24, 2015 by Paul

Today I finished another study of the sky/mountain/water scene that I have been doing since London. This one is more colorful. It may be the last one I do of this motif. I’ve worked it with many different ideas and … Continue reading →

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Atelier de la Rose in Montcabrier France

Posted on August 23, 2015 by Paul

Yesterday morning we bid adieu to JP, picked up our rental car (a Nissan diesel!) and spent the day driving south to the Lot River valley. It’s a beautiful drive through the breadbasket of France into the hills and river … Continue reading →

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Last Day in Paris

Posted on August 21, 2015 by Paul

Last night we celebrated our 27th wedding anniversary with JP. The three of us went to dinner at a neighborhood bistro, Le Chardenoux. This restaurant is now owned by famous French chef, Cyril Lignac. We enjoyed a delightful meal with … Continue reading →

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Montmartre

Posted on August 20, 2015 by Paul

Yesterday, Wednesday, we ventured to Montmartre. This is the historical home of artists, particularly those of more bohemian tastes and left wing politics. Names such as Dali, Modigliani, Picasso, Mondrian, Pisarro, Van Gogh, and Monet are whispered by the walls … Continue reading →

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