January 20, 2018 by aixcentric
Europe is having one of its darkest winters since records began: Lille in the first half of January has had just 3 hours of sun, while Paris has had only 10.
Incredibly, even Bordeaux is on 10.3 and southerly Toulouse is at 26.9.
Lucky Marseille and its inhabitants have enjoyed 59.2 hours in the first part of January, though this is half of the norm.
Here is the fascinating article with lots more stats: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2018/jan/19/aint-no-sunshine-winter-darkest-europe
The South of France. Enchanted by the deep blue of the Mediterranean, the olive trees, poppies, irises and that dazzling light, artists found their creativity flourished under the hot sun. My new book takes you on a journey visiting museums and galleries as well as artists’ studios and their favourite painting spots. From Van Gogh in Arles, to Signac in Saint-Tropez; from Cézanne in Aix, over to Nice for Renoir and Matisse, the story unfolds of artists who knew each other and painted together in the warm south. Prepare too to meet colourful local artists who captured their beloved Provence for us to enjoy.
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