Sunday, December 26, 2010

Provencal Totes

Provencal Totes
Oil 8 x 10
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The colorful and lively markets of Provence are world famous and have been the source of many publications. All over Provence, towns and villages host markets on different days of the week and I always seek them out. As a food lover, I marvel at the produce and meat displays, the colors, the smells and the activity. Temptation is great and what better way to carry your purchases than a colorful shopping tote known as "cabas" that you can buy right there at the market?

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Pomegranate

Pomegranate
Pastel 4 x 4
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Pomegranate is a deciduous shrub or small tree growing between five and eight meters tall. It has been cultivated since ancient times, and is widely available in many parts of the world today. This time of year, you can find them in New-England markets for the holiday season. I use their beautiful red juice to make a delicious salad dressing and sprinkle the seeds in salads. It all looks very festive and tastes great!

Friday, December 10, 2010

Cypress Sentinels

Cypress Sentinels
Oil 6 x 6
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Cypress trees are abundant in the Provence landscape. They don't provide much shade on a hot day, but they look beautiful standing tall and lined up like sentinels on duty. I previously painted this scene en plein air in the village of Tourtour and decided to try a slightly different version. Here it is!

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Short Cut to the Mas

Short Cut to the Mas
Oil 6 x 6
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Wintry temperatures and early darkness are upon us in New England. There is no better time to review and paint pictures from Provence for a little warmth. I saw this traditional provencal farmhouse called "mas" as I was walking down the road near the lovely village of Tourtour. Tourtour is referred to as the "village in the sky" and I thought the angled top-down view of the mas was unusual and fitting.