Rasteau, Provence

Paintings inspired by the landscape around the village of Rasteau in Provence. Artists John Dyer and Joanne Short have painted in the landscape of Provence on many occasions and stay at a beautiful old farmhouse, Ferme La Garriguette, in the village of Rasteau. A large mural can be seen at the property which was completed by the artists during one of their stays. If you would like to stay in the same location and see what has inspired the artists then please visit the Rasteau web site for more information: http://www.rasteau.co.uk

"I first travelled to Provence in 1997 with my wife Joanne on our honeymoon, and it was during this special time that we both decided that we would have to return with our paints and boards; and so in the autumn of 1998 and the spring of 1999 we sat in the fruit filled landscape of Provence and painted. We have returned many many times since. Provence is a sumptuous subject for a painter, it is filled with exciting new colours, people and places. I feel at home amongst the vineyards and orchards and the activity in the fields provides endless inspiration. The landscape presents itself to you, inviting a response. " John Dyer.