La Maison de Simon hosts multidisciplinary artist residencies for creative renewal and cultural exchange. The residence is a beautifully converted stone barn surrounded by nature in the rustic village of Fontaine-sous-Jouy in Normandy, France. 

An Afternoon with the Artist

June 22, 2025 from 2 PM to 6 PM

Join us for an Open House featuring the plein air paintings of Peter Colquhoun, created during his time at La Maison de Simon. A beautiful opportunity to see the village and surrounding landscapes through the artist’s eye.

The Artist in Residence

Working primarily in oil, Peter Colquhoun paints en plein air, allowing the surrounding landscape to guide both his process and composition. His work captures subtle shifts in light and atmosphere, exploring the deep connection between place and perception.

An Afternoon with the Artist

June 22, 2025 from 2 PM to 6 PM

Join us for an Open House featuring the plein air paintings of Peter Colquhoun, created during his time at La Maison de Simon. A beautiful opportunity to see the village and surrounding landscapes through the artist’s eye.

The Artist in Residence

Working primarily in oil, Peter Colquhoun paints en plein air, allowing the surrounding landscape to guide both his process and composition. His work captures subtle shifts in light and atmosphere, exploring the deep connection between place and perception.