An event to preserve 100,000 photos and 55 years of history

Procession at Saintes Maries de la Mer - 1980s - photo André Abbe

The Provence intime event (August 2024) was a great success. Thanks to the incredible team who made it possible, and to the spectators.

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Here's a reminder of what's happening at the event:

Patrons and enthusiasts of Provence: a hundred or so privileged people enjoyed a unique experience on August 23, 2024!

You were at the heart of an exclusive evening, glass of rosé in hand, surrounded by decision-makers and enthusiasts who share your vision. In front of you, an unprecedented collection of photos was unveiled: the history of Provence and intimate moments in the daily life of rural populations; Provençal people at work and at festivals; picturesque landscapes; cultural traditions in Provence and around the world. A selection of moments captured by André Abbe, son of the soil, journalist - photographer - farmer.

Welcome to our evening event "Provence Intime: Between culture, agriculture and travel - 55 years of André Abbe photos".

🌟 Why the evening made such a lasting impression

A selection of rare images from 100,000 archives (yes, you read that right)

A unique artistic performance combining photography, dance, song and music

A network of professionals who share your passion for art 

Incredible artists (we brought in international stars, after all!) 

An event dedicated to preserving the heritage of Provence

Why your interest is crucial

At the heart of this evening is the exceptional work of André Abbe, a journalist-photographer who has captured the essence of Provence, its culture, agriculture, crafts and art of living for over five decades.

Your participation is the keystone of this ambitious project. We are looking for sponsors and exhibition venues (Germany, USA, UK, Japan).

As a sponsor, you have the unique opportunity to :

  • Help save 100,000 unique photos capturing the soul of Provence
  • Promoting stories of French culture and excellence in know-how, environmental preservation, beauty and made in France.
  • Associate your name or that of your company with a national project
  • Leaving a lasting imprint on our collective heritage
  • Tax exemption (and more!)

Thanks to your support, we will be able to digitize and preserve these precious testimonies, ensuring that they are passed on to future generations.

🎭 One evening, three unforgettable experiences

Our "Provence Intime" event has been designed to offer an unforgettable experience, commensurate with your invaluable support.

Tailor-made artistic immersion

Performance combining dance, song, music and photography by André Abbe

Under the artistic direction of XaL, renowned Provencal actor and director 

A unique fusion of talents around the work of André Abbe with : 

  • Nazpari Azari (Iranian singer from Dubai) 
  • Flavio de Brito (Brazilian choreographer from London) 
  • Emmanuel Collombert (French trumpeter from Montpellier)

A photographic exhibition of never-before-exhibited images

Discover never-before-exhibited photos Travel from rural Provence to Iran (we'll spare you the trip in the Simca 1100 of the time!).

Meeting artists and flavors

Interact with artists and other decision-makers who share your passion for art Taste Provençal and Oriental dishes, including, for the first time in Europe, "Tapenaz" (the Oriental version of tapenade)

Future sponsors: exclusive benefits for your brand

By becoming a patron of the Abbe Photo association, you benefit from :

  • Premium visibility: Your name associated with all our communications
  • Enhanced brand image: Position yourself as a major player in artistic, heritage and cultural preservation.
  • Exclusive content: privileged access to digitized works for your communications
  • Lasting recognition: Mention in our next book on the André Abbe collection and our next exhibition
  • Tax exemption
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📅 Practical information

Date: Friday, August 23, 2024, 6:30 p.m.

Location: Espace Robert Manuel, Les Issambres, 83520 Roquebrune-sur-Argens

See you soon!

The passionate team at Abbe Photo Archive

P.S.: As a small favor, please don't forget to share this event with your friends who are passionate about Provence and photography. The more the merrier