Montmartre

In the Footsteps of the Impressionists

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July 25th 2014
. I spent a lot of my Paris time looking at paintings in the galleries, but our course was call ‘In the Footsteps of the Impressionists.' It literally gave us the chance to walk, sit and paint where these famous painters walked, sat and painted. Montmartre Recalling his younger days, Picasso said "<em style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">We will all come back to the Bateau-Lavoir. ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more