The last studio of painter Tsuguharu Fujita, aka Léonard Foujita, the Maison-Atelier Foujita overlooks the Mérantaise valley in the heart ofEssonne. Left untouched since the painter's death over fifty years ago, it is a place of remembrance, allowing visitors to discover the intimate world of one of the most famous painters of the Ecole de Paris.
On the occasion of Rendez-vous aux Jardins 2024, an event that invites curious young and old to the parks and gardens of Paris, Ile-de-France and France, the Maison-Atelier Foujita opens its doors wide on Sunday, June 2, 2024!
For the duration of the weekend, parents and children will be able to take part in a wide range of activities, each more artistic and bucolic than the last. Here's the full program?
Did you know that back in 1924, artistic events had the same value as sporting events at the Olympic Games? This year, we're bringing the "Pentathlon of the Muses" back into fashion, and we're calling on you to enter an art competition! In the style of Foujita or manga, submit your drawing of a real or imaginary athlete. Awards ceremony on September 22 at 6.30pm during the Journées du Patrimoine.
Foujita considered his monumental paintings on white backgrounds to be his masterpieces. In this Olympic year, rediscover the Combats diptych through the prism of the martial arts, and judo in particular. Reproductions of these two large-format paintings, accompanied by photographs of judo fights, will be available for viewing throughout the season.
Initiate yourself to this ancestral Japanese art of creating shapes by folding paper. Accompanied by two talented animators, you'll learn the basics and subtleties of origami.
In connection with the theme "The five senses in the garden" After admiring the garden's abundant vegetation, you are invited to create your own flower arrangement in the company of Angeline Boileau. Discover the basics of floral art and let yourself be intoxicated by the scents of summer.
In connection with the theme "The five senses in the garden". Guided by visual artist Valérie Martin, try your hand at one of the many techniques practiced by Foujita, a jack-of-all-trades at the crossroads of art and craft. At the heart of the artist's practice, touch is the key to understanding the different materials he worked with: wood, metal, fabric...
In connection with the theme "The five senses in the garden". (Re)discover the Maison-atelier Foujita in a different way! Laure Jaillet, cultural mediator and French sign language interpreter, will accompany the guided tours. Don't hesitate to ask!
In connection with the theme "The five senses in the garden". Want to discover new flavors? Join Anna Shoji, a Japanese market gardener based in France, as she introduces you to shiso, an aromatic plant widely used in Japanese cuisine. You'll make your own shiso miso, a fermented paste used in soups, ramen and sushi.
In connection with the theme "The five senses in the garden". Do you know the shamisen? Sawada Harugin invites you to an afternoon of music, where you can be lulled to sleep by the harmonious melodies of this traditional Japanese lute, in the peaceful, leafy setting of the garden. Volunteers can even try their hand at this amazing instrument.
If you've never taken the time to discover this unique place, we strongly recommend a visit. You won't be disappointed by this bucolic journey.
Dates and Opening Time
On June 2nd, 2024
Location
Foujita house-workshop
9 Route de Gif
91190 Villiers le Bacle
Prices
Free
Official website
foujita.essonne.fr
