Broc’Art 20th June 2026

Sep 22, 2024

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A Memorable Evening at Clos des Roses: The Hangar's Live Painting at the DNC Jubilee Party

Saturday evening (21/09), 220 members, families, and friends gathered at the beautiful Clos des Roses in Fréjus to celebrate a very special jubilee party hosted by the DNC (De Nederlandse Club). With a long-standing relationship between The Hangar and the DNC—and many of our members involved in both organizations—it was the perfect occasion for us to contribute to this memorable event while introducing The Hangar to new audiences within international communities.

As part of our ongoing efforts to boost marketing and outreach, we decided to sponsor this wonderful event. The DNC president and his team were excited about the idea of adding some artistic flair to the celebration, so we organized live painting to capture the vibrant, festive atmosphere in real time. Our talented instructor, Märta Wydler, took on the challenge, starting with a blank canvas right at the beginning of the party at 6:00 PM. Over the next five hours, she worked her magic, composing a lively and colorful scene that reflected the spirit of the evening.

 

Guests enjoyed watching the progress as they mingled between the indoor and outdoor spaces, with live music playing in the background. Many stopped to admire the painting, some even recognizing themselves in the vibrant depiction! By the end of the night, Märta completed and signed the artwork—a fantastic accomplishment that added a unique touch to the event.

The party committee also had a wonderful idea to hold a silent auction for the painting to raise funds for the recently reopened Dutch lower school in Cagnes-sur-Mer. Although there was a minor hiccup with the QR code for the auction that evening, the issue will be resolved soon, ensuring that the proceeds can benefit this great cause.

In addition to this live event, The Hangar will also feature an advertisement in the DNC’s magazine this coming year, helping us further promote our diverse range of art classes for the 2024-2025 season. We hope this will attract new members and bring even more attention to the vibrant community of artists at The Hangar.

Check out some photos of the live painting process below!

We look forward to welcoming more new faces to our classes and workshops!

If you are interested in Live Painting at an event you are hosting - please contact our two artists directly - Märta Wydler and Marina Kulik

Marta Wydler Hangar Artist
Marta Wydler in action
DNC Party sponsor Le Hangar

On 20 June, Le Hangar – Centre des Arts held the first Broc'Art event at the beautiful Moulin d'Opio. The day brought together artists, volunteers and visitors in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, celebrating creativity in one of the region's most charming settings.

Although attendance was more modest than we had hoped, several artworks found new homes, raising €290 for the association. The primary aim of the day was to introduce our association to the local community, particularly to French-speaking residents of the region. Beyond the opportunity to meet visitors, exchange ideas and sell artwork, we were also delighted to receive the support of Crédit Agricole, whose sponsorship grant will help us continue our activities and strengthen our presence within the local cultural community. We extend our sincere thanks for their valued support.

A Great Team Effort Despite the Heat

The exceptionally hot weather undoubtedly discouraged some visitors, but it certainly didn't dampen the enthusiasm of our members. We'd like to extend our sincere thanks to everyone who spent the day painting outdoors, helping to create a lively and engaging atmosphere for visitors. Their dedication played a major part in making the event a success.

The children's art activity, organised at the request of the Moulin d'Opio, attracted just one young participant towards the end of the day. Given the intense heat and the time of year, this was perhaps not surprising, but it has given us useful ideas for planning future events.

Quality Makes the Difference

One valuable lesson from this first Broc'Art was the importance of showcasing artwork that truly reflects the quality and talent within our association. Significantly, every piece that was sold was a high-quality work, confirming that visitors are drawn to original, well-presented art.

Events such as Broc'Art are about more than simply selling paintings. They help introduce new audiences to our artists while raising funds to support Le Hangar's activities throughout the year. We would like to warmly thank the members who entrusted us with their finest work and embraced the spirit of supporting the association as a whole.

Looking Ahead

By every measure, this inaugural Broc'Art was a successful event. It enabled us to forge a valuable new partnership with Crédit Agricole while providing invaluable experience for future editions.

We hope Broc'Art will become an annual fixture in our calendar. With more time for planning, an earlier date in the season—May would probably be ideal—and another wonderful selection of artwork from our members, we are confident the event can grow into an even greater success.

Our heartfelt thanks go to all the artists, volunteers, visitors and partners who helped make this first Broc'Art such an enjoyable and memorable day.

We look forward to seeing you again next year!

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