Provence at its finest -more than 500 spectacular photographs from one of the world's most popular tourist regions. Those familiar with Provence will recognize its stunning landscapes ablaze with color -the rich purple lavender, the golden sunflowers, the ochre sandstone, and the silvery-green olives trees. Gérard Sioen's photographs provide a whistle-stop tour of Provence capturing its essence in full seasonal and geographical variety -wind-sculpted mountains; cascading rivers swirling giddily into deep gorges; small villages peaking above misty landscapes; the overflowing, exploding color of street markets; sun-bleached façades basking in prairies of poppies -you can almost hear the cicadas' chirping song...
Gérard Sioen has traveled all over the world and published numerous photography books an destinations ranging from California to the French Camargue. He lives in the south of France where he has opened four galleries to exhibit his work. Terence Conran is a leading figure in the home design industry, a restauranteur, and the author of numerous books. He has been a part-time resident of Provence for twenty years.