La Maison de Beaumont
La Maison de Beaumont
La Maison de Beaumont offers an Artist Residency & Retreat Program in the South of France (Provence & Luberon region).
The Art Residency Program of La Maison de Beaumont is a multi-disciplinary residency that was created with the goal of offering a beautiful space for musicians, scholars, writers, painters and other artists who seek a quiet place to work undisturbed on their art. The scenery and beauty of the region, as well as the history and comfort of the house, provide an ideal setting to focus on creative work.
La Maison de Beaumont’s residency aims to provide its residents with a holistic experience, allowing them to fully disconnect from their usual point of reference and immerse themselves into the Provençal lifestyle, the essence of which is beauty, simplicity, quality and tranquility. The Luberon region is a special part of Provence which has been so well preserved that it feels like one has travelled back in time. The village of Beaumont-de-Pertuis itself is a medieval town dating back to the 11th century. The town was built on high grounds, surrounded by vineyards, lavender fields and forested hills, making it an ideal setting for meditative hikes and exploration.
La Maison de Beaumont’s main building is an 18th century village house (built adjacent to the village’s main church, it once served as the village’s Elementary School) and underwent more than 3 years of renovation. Each resident is provided with a fully renovated individual apartment (with private bathroom and kitchen) ensuring a higher level of comfort and the ability to have a personal space throughout the residency. Residents may also have the chance to network and interact with other artists in the building’s common area such as the Music & Exhibition Room, the Painting Atelier, as well as the Common Terrace.
The Artist Residency Program provides each resident with :
• One to two months in residence at La Maison de Beaumont.
• A fully equipped private apartment with kitchen & bath
• Access to a Music & Exhibition room a multi-use space that can serve as as an artist studio, a performance and exhibition space or for other artistic endeavors
• A Common Terrace for relaxation, networking with other residents, meditation, etc.
- The Music & Exhibition Room is in the vaulted main room of La Maison de Beaumont, in what was once a medieval passage. The room is equipped with a Yamaha N1X piano. Painting stations will typically be set in this room next to the glass door (easels will be provided). The space can be set up per the resident’s preference.
- Painting Atelier: The Atelier is a space situated 1 minute walk from the house. Each resident should bring their own equipment but there might be some equipment/supplies that are left behind at La Maison de Beaumont from previous residents. Please check in with us and we will let you know which items are available to you prior to your arrival for specific items, they currently have an easel and a music stand available.