Art and Culture

Alphonse Mucha: 5 things to know about his life and work

Art and Culture

Even if his name doesn't ring a bell, you've probably already seen the works of Alphonse Mucha because he was, in his time, one of the most famous artists in Europe! Here are 5 things to know about this painter, decorator and poster artist considered one of the pioneers of advertising.

17
May
2023

The Cannes Film Festival: the biggest cinema event in the world.

Art and Culture

The Cannes Film Festival is undoubtedly the most important cinematic event in the world. An artistic and media event, this prestigious festival is also the privileged meeting place for all film professionals who attend its Film Market.

16
May
2023

The Paris Jazz Festival: a musical rendezvous at the Parc Floral.

Art and Culture

The Paris Jazz Festival, organized since 2009 in the green setting of the Parc Floral, got a facelift in 2015. It adopted a new logo but kept its ambition to make jazz known and appreciated by as many people as possible, thanks to affordable concerts.

09
May
2023

How to celebrate World Book Day on April 23rd?

Art and Culture

The date of April 23rd has been chosen by UNESCO to pay tribute to books and their authors. On this day, where reading is celebrated, young and old are invited to participate in events in different places such as bookstores and libraries. Even if there is no event organized near you, here are 5 ideas that will allow you to celebrate World Book and Copyright Day.

21
Apr
2023

Jordane Saget: a street artist expert in curves.

Art and Culture

For a few years now, it has been possible to come across the works of street artist Jordane Saget in the streets of Paris or the metro corridors of the capital. His style, full of curves and arabesques, reenchants the asphalt as well as advertising panels. We invite you to discover this artist with a hypnotic universe.

17
Apr
2023

The MuMo: the museum truck that democratizes contemporary art.

Art and Culture

Contemporary art has the reputation of being elitist and inaccessible, especially for people who live away from big cities. It is to share contemporary creation with those who are geographically farthest away that MuMo or Mobile Museum was created. We invite you to discover this museum-truck that travels the roads of France and beyond with works of art.

17
Mar
2023

The leprechaun: a character from Irish folklore

Art and Culture

If you have ever celebrated St. Patrick's Day in France or Ireland, you probably know the leprechaun, this character straight out of Irish legends! This colorful fairy creature has inspired many stories and legends. Here are 5 things to know about him.

13
Mar
2023

The Night of the Museums: a great festive event

Art and Culture

The Night of the Museums is an annual event that invites all European night owls to discover or rediscover the heritage of museums. It is an appointment not to be missed to take advantage of the exceptional opening of the European museums in the evening.

13
Mar
2023

Notre-Dame de Paris: a free exhibition under the square of the cathedral

Art and Culture

From today, Tuesday, March 7, 2023 until the reopening of this iconic monument of the capital, a free exhibition is dedicated to Notre-Dame de Paris and its restoration. This exhibition entitled 'Notre-Dame de Paris : au cœur du chantier' invites you to discover the work of the hundreds of men and women who are rebuilding the burned cathedral.

07
Mar
2023

Le Printemps des Poètes : the poetry festival everywhere in France

Art and Culture

Created in 1999, the Printemps des Poètes celebrates poetry each year by organizing numerous events and festivities around a theme. Here is a presentation of this event which aims to share the pleasure of poetry with as many people as possible.

27
Feb
2023
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