An American in Provence: Art, Life and Photography

by Jamie Beck Narrated by Jamie Beck

Overview

Let Jamie Beck transport you to the South of France with An American in Provence: part art book, part travelogue, part memoir, and part cookbook, and perfect for art lovers, Francophiles, and armchair travelers alike.

An American in Provence is a beautiful collection of exquisite portrait, scenic, and still-life photography from wildly popular and award-winning photographer Jamie Beck. Looking to slow down from her fast-paced life in New York City, Beck moved to the French countryside documenting her life as “An American in Provence.” What started as a one-year getaway became five as she continues to chronicle her life there through her photography on Instagram @JamieBeck.co, including the birth of her daughter, Eloise, all in the most breathtaking way.

In An American in Provence, Beck shares her tips and techniques for creating incredible photos and details her transformational journey as an artist and woman. Beck also includes farm-to-table recipes she's learned along the way, including Braised Beef Stew, Spring Chicken with Herbs de Provence, Fresh Tagliatelle Pasta with Spring Asparagus, and Lemon Meringue Tart. This stunning visual journey is sure to delight anyone who wishes to escape reality and immerse themselves in life in Provence.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

For the bon-vivant who loves food, art, France, and wine. A gorgeous coffee table book that will immediately transport you to the hills of Provence.”–Amazon Book Review

“For Francophiles, on-the-go and armchair travelers, as well as anyone who fantasizes about touching down on a new horizon for an extended stay, An American in Provence: Art, Life and Photography by Jamie Beck is an enticing portal... brimming with intoxicating images and inviting words. A feast for the eyes and spirit. (And a holiday gift idea.)” —Forbes

“Jamie’s transporting book brings back all the wonderful memories of my first trip to France in my twenties, when I fell in love with the beauty of the country, and especially the vibrant flavors of the Provençal table.” —Alice Waters

“Jamie Beck is the Peter Mayle of our time. Her alluring and sensual portraits bring us one step closer to understanding the ineffable magic of the South of France. From flower markets to aioli recipes, her keen photographic eye and gentle soul bring back vivid memories of my childhood in Aix-en-Provence and invite us all to slow down and indulge our senses in the warm glow of the Provençal sun.” —Frédéric Fekkai

“Jamie’s work is a visual feast of food, flowers, and family. Her book takes you on a trip to Provence and allows you to linger and luxuriate there with her as she basks in nature and the best that life has to offer—simple, wholesome goodness.” —Lauren Bush Lauren

“Jamie captures the charm and romance of Provence in her stunning book, filled with lush photos of food, wine, and other glories of la France. An American in Provence is a woman’s journey of immersion in the country and culture of France, from the fragrant fields of lavender to the crusty bounty of her local boulangerie.” —David Lebovitz

Alice Waters

Jamie’s transporting book brings back all the wonderful memories of my first trip to France in my twenties, when I fell in love with the beauty of the country, and especially the vibrant flavors of the Provençal table.”

Library Journal

10/01/2022

Photographer Beck transports readers to the Terre de Lumière, or Land of Light, as Provence is called by the French, in this beautiful light-filled book that celebrates the transformative power of the Provençal landscape, food, and culture. The author bought a one-way ticket to France after a frightening plane experience capped her deep dissatisfaction with her hectic Manhattan lifestyle. Determined to change and enjoy her life, she arrived and found that the restoration of her soul and creativity mirrored the seasons around her. Her miniscule knowledge of French forced her to explore the countryside, to interact with the locals in creative ways as her language skills blossomed, and to trust her instincts when cooking her own meals from scratch. The sections in this book are divided by the seasons and contain full-page, still life photographs reminiscent of Dutch realism paintings. Each section also contains short essays documenting her journey of self-discovery, and those are sprinkled with stylized self-portraits (some are based on famous paintings), dazzling landscape photographs, seasonal recipes and photography tutorials. VERDICT An exquisite pictorial and travelogue that's also part memoir and cookbook. It also contains a glossary of French words that many readers will find helpful.—Aspasia Luster

Product Details

BN ID:	2940178855539
Publisher:	Simon & Schuster
Publication date:	11/08/2022
Edition description:	Unabridged

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