Dialogue in France: Château Sainte Marie in Malans & Pesmes
Join us for an inspiring day dedicated to sculpture, surrounded by the picturesque landscapes of the Franche-Comté region (distance Besancon approx. 40 km, Basel approx. 200 km). This special program includes a visit to one of France’s most unique sculpture parks, exclusive artists encounter, and time for informal exchange.
Program:
11:30 Welcome at the Château in Malans
We’ll start the day with a warm welcome in the park of the historic castle.
12:00 Guided tour of the Sculpture Park
We will explore the poetic and expansive Parc de Sculptures together with Dorothea Malär, co-founder of the park, and Karl Chilcott, Swedish artist, who is currently on-site restoring one of his works exhibited in the park.
Spanning approximately 10 hectares, this open-air museum showcases over a hundred sculptures and installations by artists from across Europe ranging from figurative to abstract pieces, crafted from various materials.
15:00 Light refreshments/snack
A small snack and drinks will be offered between the tour and the studio visit.
Please note: No lunch is provided – feel free to bring your own small meal.
15:30 Visit to the studio of Denis Perez
We will visit the nearby studio of French sculptor Denis PĂ©rez, gaining insight into his working process and artistic approach.
(Drive there with your own car or carpool)
18:00 Walk in Pesmes and opening of V'ile Art
We will end the day in the historic village of Pesmes, exploring the V'ile Art a public sculpture trail in the old town featuring 5 international artists which will open its new edition on this day.
19:30 Optional dinner in Pesmes
Those who wish may join an informal dinner (not organized, at your own expense).
Participation
Normal: 10,00 EUR
Sculpture Network members: free
The participation fee is to be paid in cash on site.
Including: entrance ticket, guided tour, networking, snack and one drink.
Not included: lunch and dinner
Online registration required by 5 June 2025!
The programme will be held in German and French.
Please bring your own presentation (catalogue/portfolio) for networking.
Contact
This event is organised by Helmut PĂĽtz Sculpture Network Board Assistance. If you have any questions about the event or registration, please contact helmut.puetz@sculpture-network.org or info@sculpture-network.org
