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Dorian VENZI

'Land of Inspiration' Exhibition

Vaison Ventoux Provence, a land that inspires artists

When art meets a region, works are born that draw inspiration from its landscapes, heritage and spirit. Through the ‘Terre d’Inspiration’ exhibition, discover the creations of artists – partners of the Tourist Office – who offer a sensitive perspective on Vaison Ventoux Provence. An invitation to see art in a new light, through emotion, sharing and creativity. From 12 October to 21 November 2026, this exhibition brings together painters, photographers, sculptors and artists through their perspectives on a region with a thousand faces.

One region, a thousand perspectives

Vaison Ventoux Provence Tourist Office is launching the ‘Terre d’Inspiration’ exhibition this year, an event entirely dedicated to art. For the first time, local artists are coming together to stage a joint exhibition at the heart of the Tourist Office.

Sometimes all it takes is a ray of light on ancient stones, a path winding through the vineyards, the silhouette of Mont Ventoux on the horizon, or a hilltop village to stir the emotions.

Here, the landscapes tell stories. The colours change with the passing hours, the seasons reveal new contours, and every detour offers a fresh perspective on the region. ‘ Vaison Ventoux Provence ’ is to be contemplated, felt… and transformed into a work of art.

With ‘Terre d’Inspiration’, artists are invited to share their own perspective on this unique land. Painting, photography, sculpture, drawing… each expresses in their own way what moves, challenges or inspires them.

For there is no single way to look at a landscape. There is the artist’s perspective, the visitor’s, the local’s… and all the personal stories that emerge when our gazes meet.

Step into the exhibition, let yourself be surprised by these unique perspectives and discover Vaison Ventoux Provence in a different light: through the eyes of those who make this a land of creativity.

The artists’ exhibition

An art, an emotion, a legacy

At the heart of the Tourist Office Vaison Ventoux Provence, the exhibition unfolds as a living work of art. Painters, photographers, sculptors, illustrators… ‘Terre d’Inspiration’ brings together artists with a wide range of artistic worlds and sensibilities. Each artist chooses their own language, technique and creative approach to express what moves and inspires them about ‘ Vaison Ventoux Provence ’.

Colours, materials, shapes, light and images thus interplay throughout the exhibition, offering a wealth of ways to view our region. A diverse range of artists and artistic practices, united by a common thread: a living, bountiful and deeply inspiring land.

From Monday 12 October to Saturday 21 November 2026.

Free admission from Monday to Saturday, 9.30 am to 12.30 pm and 2 pm to 5 pm (Closed: 15 October and 11 and 19 November)

Drawing competition

Now it’s your turn to be inspired!

Why not let your imagination run wild, too? To mark the ‘Terre d’Inspiration’ event, young artists are invited to take a look at Vaison Ventoux Provence. A landscape, a village, a colour, a memory, a silhouette, a piece of heritage, a detail that catches your eye… it’s up to each of you to find your own source of inspiration and bring it to life on paper!

The ‘Terre d’Inspiration’ drawingcompetition is open to primary, middle and secondary school pupils, with a prize for each age group. So, grab your pencils, felt-tip pens, paintbrushes, pastels and more: it’s up to you to create a piece of art that captures your vision of ‘ Vaison Ventoux Provence ’! (A4 size on Canson paper)

Come along to the ‘ Vaison Ventoux Provence ’ Tourist Office to drop your entry into the box by Saturday 21 November at the latest, and wait to find out which drawing is chosen as the best in each category. (The jury, comprising representatives from the organising body and professionals from the arts and culture sectors, will select a winner in each category).

Prizes awarded in each of the three categories:

Primary school: A book donated by A+C Galerie
Secondary school: An art voucher courtesy of the Galerie des Limonadiers
Secondary school: An illustration published on the cover of Fifrelin magazine

Winners will be contacted by telephone and can collect their prize directly from the Tourist Office.
Entry is free and there is no obligation to purchase.
The competition rules are available at the Tourist Office reception Vaison Ventoux Provence.

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Meet the artists

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2024 11 09 Md Automnales St Marcellin 42
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Mathilde DANDO

Encounters, exchanges and discoveries

An exhibition is also all about encounters… The artists will be present at the heart of the exhibition at certain times to chat with you, talk about their creative worlds, share their artistic approach and explain what fuels their inspiration.

It’s an opportunity to discover the artworks in a new light, to ask your questions, to get to know the people who created them… and perhaps, in turn, to see them Vaison Ventoux Provence with a fresh perspective.

In October, from 10.00 am to 12.00 pm, on Saturdays 24 and 31.
In November, from 10 am to 12 noon, on Saturdays 7 and 14.

Venue: Tourist Office Vaison Ventoux Provence.

The exhibition’s partners Land of Inspiration

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Sophie AUGIER - Welcome, Web and Terroir/Wine referent

‘A landscape inspires as much through what it shows us as through what it makes us feel. Here, everyone sees the landscape in their own way. Artists transform it into colours, shapes, images and, above all, emotions.’

Sophie

What if autumn had something in store for you Any more surprises?

Let us guide you and discover more wonderful opportunities to explore Vaison Ventoux Provence this autumn. As the colours change and the light grows softer, the region continues to come alive with encounters, flavours, discoveries and events. Three further events invite you to make the most of this season, each in its own way, to explore, share and experience the region in a different light.