23 AFTV Members and Guests had an early start to arrive in Bendigo for our 3 part excursion- an introductory lecture at the Latrobe Art Institute delivered by Delphine Laboreau-Ormancey, (Tête-à-Tête), On View café's French themed lunch and then of course the exhibition itself. Delphine took us on a journey through the exhibition with accompanying slides to explain the story and development of Paris during La Belle Époque (and a bit beyond) via the 7 themed rooms which enabled and enhanced a smooth and informed visit for all.
Once entering the exhibition we were able to identify each room, starting with the huge map where many of us spent time identifying places we knew well, then progressing through bustling marketplaces, Parisian Gardens, the Seine where both leisure and industrial development were depicted as well as the first bridge, Le Pont des Arts; other rooms were devoted to the Universal Exhibition, the Eiffel Tower, the bohemian life of Montmartre, the Champs Elysées and the Musée Carnavalet, the source of the wealth of material for this exhibition.
Many of the paintings, particularly those of the Impressionist painter, Jean Béraud, whose depiction of the entry to the Universal Exhibition 1889 was chosen for the BAG's publicity poster, displayed so many aspects of the growth of Paris during this period. Other significant artworks such as shop signs and paintings by Maurice Utrillo and Paul Signac as well as prints and posters by Toulouse-Lautrec and his contemporaries reinforced the story. The clothing and accessories also prompted us to stop to learn more of this period.
An enjoyable, enriching and informative experience. Vaut la visite!
Participant feedback
Gretchen Bennett, Convenor of Cultural/PL Events
With special thanks for subcommittee members Claire Cowan who introduced Delphine and Veronica Deren who thanked Delphine for her clear and
succinct introduction to the exhibition.
Croissants Plus | AFTV and Gourmet Kitchen
Right here in Melbourne you can learn to make your own essentials of French gastronomy and culture and even pass on these skills to your
students.
The AFTV takes pleasure in offering AFTV Members the opportunity to attend one of 3 classes at a date of your choice
throughout 2024.
We are pleased to continue to offer online French conversation classes in Term 4 2024.
The online classes are delivered by Marilyne Lopez of Almaje Language School.
Dates 16 October to 20 November
Time 6.15pm to 7.45pm
The AFTV invites you to a celebration of Marcel Pagnol and all things 'Provençal' on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of
Pagnol's death, and 90th of his first film, 'Angèle'. A full day packed with fun ideas, good food and an amazing performance!
Venue St Michael's Art Centre, 4 Chapel Street St Kilda 3182
Date Saturday 9 November
Time 10.00am - 3.00pm
We are pleased to invite members and guests to our annual celebration Francophone dinner. This year it is Vietnam with a French twist -
GOOD | DIFFERENT is Rue de Thanh, serving some of the most interesting and delicious Vietnamese food in Melbourne.
Venue Rue de Thanh, 406 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy
Date Friday 6 December 2024
Time 6.30pm - 10.30pm