Grigore Dontu is one of those artists who feels woven into Provence itself. Originally from Moldova and now based in Aix-en-Provence, he’s a familiar presence at the weekly markets, painting right there among the hum of voices and the gentle clatter of market life.
His canvases come alive with cafés, village streets, and the rhythm of everyday Provençal life.
I have admired his true-to-life scenes for years, and I find his landscapes a true invitation to Provence. With a palette full of warmth, he’s been capturing the light, bringing the colours and rhythms of Provence to life through his art.
You’ll often spot him and his paintings in markets like Aix en Provence, l’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, and Lourmarin.
So, if you’re looking for something to take home that truly captures Provence—other than pastis, herbes de Provence, lavender, or a straw market bag—his paintings and now postcards are exactly what to seek.
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