Paris

Paris

Original painting
Acrylic on canvas
8x8 inches / 20x20 cm.

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Summertime Paris

Summertime Paris

 

Original painting
Acrylic on canvas
8x8 inches / 20x20 cm.

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I Love Paris in The Rain

I Love Paris in The Rain

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Boats at Low Tide

Boats at Low Tide

Original painting
Acrylic on canvas
8x8 inches / 20x20 cm.

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This is the town of Cassis in Provence, southern France. It was lunchtime and many people were enjoying a glass of cool white wine and some lovely fresh seafood at the restaurants along the harbor. I remember the sent of the ocean and the fresh seafood. And I remember the sounds of seagulls and calm music playing in the distance.

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Autumn in Paris, Paris Squares - Place de la Concorde

Autumn in Paris

Original painting
Acrylic on canvas
8x8 inches / 20x20 cm.

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I just love to stroll around Paris and take in all the sights and sounds and find interesting places to paint. In this painting I decided to paint the people out for an afternoon walk in the largest square of the city - Place de la concorde. The bronze fountain is called "Fontaine des Mers". I just love the warm colors of autumn in this painting and the memories will stay with me forever.

Calm Waters - Boats at Cassis

Boats at Cassis

Original sold, but prints are available from my Etsy shop.

Mini Art Canvas print 4x4 inches 
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Fine art giclee print on paper.

Pink House on the Seine River, Paris

Pink House on the Seine River

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While I lived in Paris, I loved to go for a stroll along the Seine River that runs through the city. I decided to paint one of the houseboats on the river along with the row houses and old trees. I just love the warm colors of this painting

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Rodin Museum in Paris, France. Musée Rodin.

Location: 77 Rue de Varenne, 75007 Paris. Opening hours: April-Sep; from 9.30 am to 5.45 pm. Oct.-Mar. 9.30am - 4.45pm. Mondays closed.

The museum is dedicated to the works of French sculptor Auguste Rodin (1840-1917). Also on display are the works by his former pupil and lover, Camille Claudel (1864-1943) a sculptor in her own right.

Images above;  'The Thinker',  Roses from the garden and 'Burghers of Calais'

The Garden

Surrounded by a high wall the museum and garden are an oasis of peace in the midst of the hustle and bustle of Paris. The garden is of a substantial size and the word 'park' would be more befitting. Some of Rodin's most acclaimed bronze sculptures can be seen here sitting among the some 2,000 rosebushes. The Thinker takes center stage as you enter the park and in close proximity is another large bronze; the much criticized sculpture of Balzac. On the left side of the entrance is the monumental work; The Gates of Hell, flanked by Adam and Eve. Rodin worked on The Gates of Hell for over 37 years and it was left unfinished at the time of his death. The piece was inspired by scenes from Dante's 'Inferno'. 

The courtyard features another monumental piece; Burghers of Calais, the commemoration of the siege of Calais. Part of this sculpture of may also be viewed from the street where large windows has been inserted in the surrounding wall. Moving clockwise around the mansion are the Marble Statue Gallery, another large bronze The Three Shades and Monument to Victor Hugo. Another piece Ugolino sits in the middle of a large reflecting pool. Take a break for coffee or lunch in the cafeteria before heading into the museum.

Photos above: 'The Kiss' in white marble.  A painting of 'The Thinker' by Edvard Munch.

The museum.

The museum is housed in the 18th-century building; Hotel Biron. Several famous painters and writers lived and worked here before Rodin, among them; Henri Matisse, Jean Cocteau and poet Reiner Maria Rilke.

The rooms are laid out chronologically so the development in Rodin's work can seen when moving from room to room. Another famous work The Kiss immortalizes in white marble, the passion of the 13th-century lovers Francesca Da Rimini and Paolo Malatesta. The accompanying terracotta version gives insight into Rodin's workmethods. Other striking works include Hand of God, The Danaid and The Age of Bronze.  One room of particular interest is the one dedicated to small sketches on paper. Here we get an insight into how Rodin developed his ideas for future sculptures and his studies of contrasts; how light vs. dark gives shape and life to a sculpture.

A large part of Rodin's private art collection is also on display with paintings by Monet, Renoir and three Van Gogh paintings including; Oat field with View of Arles and Portrait of Pere Tanguy. The collection also includes ancient Egyptian and Greek statues, urns and other artifacts.

A few tips for visitors. An excellent audio guide is well worth the price of 4 Euro, available in several languages. Flash photography is not allowed. Unfortunately all the works by Camille Claudel were on loan to museums abroad when I visited. I recommend checking the Official website for any announcements before your visit:  www.musee-rodin.fr  Text and photos, Copyright Petite Malou ©2006

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Summer Evening at the Cafe

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"Summer Evening at the Cafe"

Acrylic on canvas

7.75x7.75 inches / 20x20 cm

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Cafe des Beaux Arts

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"Cafe des Beaux Arts" Acrylic on canvas 8x8 inches / 20x20 cm. 

 This painting was from a warm August morning along the Seine river and people were starting to fill up the bistros and cafes for breakfast or a cup of coffee.

Original is now sold, thank you! See my shop for more originals and prints on paper and canvas.

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Claude Monet’s Garden and House in Giverny, France

For fans of impressionist painter Claude Monet, making a trip to his house and garden can be like a dream come true. Many garden enthusiasts and artists also make this pilgrimage. The house and garden are located in the village of Giverny on the border between Normandy and Ile-de-France and is about 80 km northwest of Paris. Opening hours: daily from 9.30 am to 6.00 pm, except Monday. From April 1st. to November 1st.

 Claude Monet’s Garden. 

Entrance to the garden is from the northeast corner, near the house. Most footpaths are closed to the public to preserve the plants and flowers. The main footpath runs along the garden wall and there are a few benches to sit on and take in the view. This part of the garden has small lawns surrounded by flowerbeds with a great variety of flowering plants. Here you will also find a small orchard and the pathway with climbing roses that leads directly to the main house. And it’s from this vantage point you realize that this is where Monet must have painted some of his paintings showing the house and garden. 

From the southeast corner of the garden a pedestrian tunnel leads to another distinctly different part of garden; the water garden. As you ascend the stairs the air feels cooler as a result of shade from large trees. Again a main pathway leads through the perimeter of the garden along a small stream with tall bamboo. Suddenly you find yourself at the edge of the famous water lily pond. It is like walking into an impressionist painting because it’s all there; the Japanese bridge, the water lilies and the weeping willow's reflections on the waters surface. Strolling along the pond there is a strange feeling of having visited before and in a way we have, through the many paintings of The Painter of Light; Claude Monet.

 Claude Monet’s House. 

  

The pink and green house is filled with many original Japanese woodblock prints, so many in fact, they hang side by side from floor to ceiling. It is possible to walk through all the rooms including the kitchen and a sunken living room that holds reproductions of some of his most famous paintings. Throughout the house you will also find old black and white photographs of the artist and his family and friends, many of them with the famous garden as a backdrop. 

A few tips for visitors. Getting there early is essential if you want to beat the crowds. Remember to bring your camera and perhaps a hat for hot summer days. Artists can obtain a permit to enter on Mondays where the gardens are closed to the general public. Photography inside Monet’s house is not allowed.  

I never get tired of painting the waterlilies, trees and their reflections in the water. Below are a few of my paintings inspired from Monet's garden.

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Original paintings and prints on canvas and paper are available from my shop, click here to see the selection.

Under the Red Umbrilla

"Under the Red Umbrilla"  Acrylic on canvas 20x20 cm.
Original is now sold but you can order a print on paper or canvas from my shop.
 

Paris Rooftops

Paris Rooftops

8x8 inches. (20x20cm)

Original painting sold.

Prints available from my Etsy Shop

This painting shows the view of some of the rooftops near the Pompidou Museum in Paris. I love the architecture and old building there and the soft yellows and greyish-blues are beautiful. One of the first things I noticed when I arrived in Paris was the incredible number of chimneys they have!

Jardin des Tuileries

Color Symphony

7.75 x 7.75 inches. (20x20cm)

Acrylic on canvas.

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Mini Art Canvas Prints

My new Mini Canvas Prints. I'm so happy at how these small reproductions of my original paintings turned out! I make each one entirely by hand from the best materials by the artist herself, that's me :-) The prints are very detailed and the colors are beautiful and bright.  Now available from my Etsy shop :)

Her er de så endelig - mine nye Mini Lærredstryk. Hvert billede er fremstillet af kvalitetsmaterialer og håndlavet af kunstneren selv, nemlig mig :-) De er blevet rigtig flotte og farverne er smukke og klare.
Kan købes i min Etsy shop :)

A gift of Chocolate

I was the lucky recipent of this gourmet chocolate today. It is dark chocolate with cranberries and is produced in France. Pure cocoa butter, top quality raw materials and fairtrade. Love it!!

This delicious chocolate was a delight for both the eyes and the mouth. Thank you! :)

P.S.  The chocolate is called Bovetti - find out more on their webesite click here.

Scandinavian influence in the South of France.

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What a gorgeous vacation home in Provence, a perfect place to relax and unwind.

Where would you like to have a vacation home?

Tarte au Citron - a French pastry experience.

I love Tarte au Citron. This one was sampled in Luxemborg Gardens in Paris. If you have been there you might recognize the green metal chair ;-)