Francoise Gillot Homage

 

 Francois Gillot died this week at 101. I wanted to remember her with this Parisbreakfast repost from 2012

What a tremendous woman and artist.

I visited the exhibit Picasso and Francoise Gilot:Paris - Vallauris, 1943-1953 at Gagosian Gallery 980 Madison Avenue

 A big collection of gorgeous old photos, paintings, drawings, prints by both Picasso and Gilot.

Antibes, Trains Express Régionaux, Cannes - Ventimiglia

After a couple of hours in Cannes I took the coastal train back to the town of Antibes, maybe a 5 minute trip.

These Trains Express Regionaux are a joy to ride. 

Air-conditioned, with nice bathrooms. A terrific way to see the whole Riviera right from your window.

Cheap too. A day ticket can be 10€ Get off and on as you like all the way to Ventimiglia, Italy. If you have a carte senior for the train 1/2 the price.

The trains can get crowded at times but usually the crowds get off after a stop or two.

Riviera train stations are very attractive. I should have sat down and painted this one.

Such a pretty town.

Wonderfully warm colors.

Does every French town of a decent size have a carrousel? There are 2 in Antibes.

The biggest problem when traveling is figuring out where to eat. PLAN AHEAD. Must read up before I get into town.I usually end up underwhelmed and overpaying, except for these excellent moules farci - the same as escargot and delicious.

In future I will opt for simpler fare.

Antibes' marché was loaded with plenty of bistros that would have suited me fine.

Serving typically local dishes as well. Live and learn.

Nearby the marché Picasso's chateau Grimaldi came highly recommended. Franchement I think the Paris Picasso museum is far superior.

But a nice photography show on.

And the views out the windows are spectacular. What a beautiful town.

Be sure & get a good window seat on the train facing the ocean 🌊 

I'm finally getting around to paint those views.

Almost as good as being there...

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Have a sunny Riviera day!