ZP Condon on duty, pastel, 13×13cm, 2013 © Astrid Volquardsen sold On my last ramble in the harbor there were loads of people but hardly any ships. This is kind of unsatisfactory when there isn’t the aha-moment and nothing finds … Read More
From the light and warmth of southern France back to my northern regions. Last week it was still quite warm to actually enjoy a plein air trip to the harbor. It was windy mind you, that’s the reason why I … Read More
© Astrid Volquardsen 2013 In France we had this really nice conversation that artist obviously see/ perceive the world differently. To speak for myself I almost see everything in color and shapes. The following photos illustrate what I mean. © … Read More
Pech Merle is a cave in the Lot départment in the southwest of France, near the town of Cahors. It is famous for its prehistoric cave paintings, some of them dating back as far as 25.000 years. I was very … Read More
© Astrid Volquardsen Monpazier is known as a fine example of bastide towns in southwest of France. If you want to know more about this keep on reading the next 3 paragraphs. Otherwise skip and read on after the second … Read More
Image by Astrid Volquardsen It has been a bit quiet here on my blog but for a very good reason. Last week I was in France at a workshop with Sally Strand at the estate Haute Baran. This beautiful place … Read More
