Two old friends stop to chat in under the hall in the medieval bastide of Bassoues. The soft suspension of the 2CV make it easier to lean into the sunroof and see each other.

When the wood pigeons migrate through SW France, some hunters become obsessed. It is sometimes called the 'Maladie bleue', or the blue sickness, due to the colour of the pigeons. This one has asked his wife to call his work to say that he won't be in for the next few days as he has the 'Maladie bleue'...

Demi d'ouverture. French for Fly Half. A half, demi, is also a glass of beer.

Ah, the bidet. Isn't it for washing your feet?... Running a chambre d'hôte is not as idylic as people think. Available as an A4 and A3 print. Two language versions possible: English and French. Please state your preference below, click SAVE and then click 'Add to basket'. If the field is left blank, we will send the English version.

This mami has worked in the garden everyday of her life, which is probably why she is still doing it today.

Vendange a la main, traditionally a family affair with lots going on in every corner

The French have a charming name for potholes. They call them chicken nests (nids de poule). This local expertly slaloms his way among them.

Reproduced as giclée print in various sizes, some with mounts. 

Renewable energy, it's the way forward. Wind energy, solar energy, geothermic energy. Shame he forgot to fill the tank before leaving...

Café allongé. A long coffee. Allongé also means laying, or lounging.

This poor chap couldn't duck under the radar.