Gaillac. The painters took the air of the griffoul

They were twenty-five around the Place du Griffoul. Meanwhile, under the Arcades and the forecourt of the Halle. Consequently, The painters of Gaillacois had decided this meeting with the city center during their last general assembly. In addition, This practice was common ten years ago, including during the floréales on May 8, but the experience had long. Moreover, Lack of participants? However, Because the city had forgotten to invite them? Nevertheless, A little of both. Furthermore, But their animation was appreciated. Consequently, Some painted on the pattern, the majority presented his paintings. Other artists or craftsmen had joined them: ceramist, photographer, sculptor, designer, jewelry designer. Art in the street always attracts the curious. “This day coincided with the general celebrations taking place on the top of the city. We tried to animate this gaillac. painters took air griffoul place in the griffoul that we love very much” indicated Nicole Gilles, the president. The municipality had loaned the equipment: tables, chairs, coffee machine. The public came. he strolled from one painter to another the painters of the Gaillacois have succeeded in their show, whose general level increases every year.

We are already preparing the 2026 show:

The date of the next is already known (from April 18 to 26. 2026), Nicole Gilles is already prospecting for the 2027 edition. “You have to go very early to book the performance hall for a week”. The summer workshops continue. led every Wednesday – possibly Thursday – by Françoise Froissart in the Local of Théron. They are experiencing regular attendance. a festive atmosphere at noon, when the Spanish inn opens where the buffet is installed. Because within the group, exchanges, support, advice takes precedence over emulation. The association gaillac. painters took air griffoul also pursues its cultural visits: Cahors for the Henri Martin museum. the gardens, Toulouse for the Bemberg Foundation with a focus on Renaissance jewelry. Additionally, The Gaillacian painters agenda will regain its usual rhythm at the start of the September school year. but the dynamism of the association is not running out of steam: the presence of many members in the general assembly was one more example. This day of animation of the Place du Griffoul was appreciated by traders in the neighborhood because it attracted. people there on a Saturday morning where we almost found the crowds of the Sunday market.