Belvès
Artists & Galleries of Belvès
Painters, sculptors, photographers and artisans inspired by the beauty of the Périgord Noir.
A Village of Creativity
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Artists & Galleries of Belvès
Painters, makers and contemporary artists bringing a creative spirit to the heart of the Périgord Noir.
A Village of Creativity
For generations, Belvès has inspired artists with its golden stone buildings, medieval streets and sweeping countryside views.
Today, that creative spirit is very much alive.
Behind old stone façades and along the winding streets of the village, visitors can discover painters, contemporary artists, galleries, studios and independent makers — each bringing their own perspective to this remarkable corner of the Dordogne.
From bold contemporary painting to traditional craftsmanship, the artistic community of Belvès reveals another side of the village: creative, unexpected and constantly evolving.
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Meet the Artists
Meet the Artists of Belvès
Discover the people behind the work.
Belvès is home to a growing community of artists whose work ranges from contemporary abstraction and painting to printmaking and other creative disciplines.
Explore their stories, discover their work and meet some of the artists shaping the creative life of the Pays de Belvès.
Cyril Zacharian
Colour, Form & Transformation
Contemporary artist Cyril Zacharian explores the changing nature of the image through colour, form and transformation.
From the meticulous watercolours of his Polynesian years to his more immediate contemporary acrylics, his work continues to evolve — allowing memory, interruption and unexpected forms to become part of the creative process.
Naz Hussey
Art Inspired by Place
Artist and gallery owner Naz Hussey brings a distinctive creative presence to the heart of Belvès.
Through his work and gallery, visitors can discover an individual artistic perspective shaped by observation, imagination and the landscapes and atmosphere of the Périgord.
Thérence Vergnac
A Contemporary Atelier in Medieval Belvès
From painting and original artworks to linocut and printmaking, Thérence brings colour and contemporary creativity to the historic streets of Belvès.
At L'Atelier de Thérence on rue du Fort, art becomes part of the experience of wandering through the village — a working creative space hidden among centuries of history.
Galleries, Studios & Creative Spaces
Art in Belvès isn't confined to a single gallery.
Part of the pleasure is discovering it while exploring the village itself.
Behind historic façades and along its medieval streets, galleries, ateliers and creative spaces offer opportunities to see original work, meet artists and discover pieces created here in the Périgord.
Some are permanent spaces; others host changing exhibitions and collaborations throughout the year.
Take your time. Step inside.
You may leave Belvès carrying home something rather more personal than a souvenir.
Art in an Unexpected Setting
There is something particularly compelling about encountering contemporary art within a medieval village.
Belvès is known for its seven bell towers, golden stone and centuries of history — yet behind that historic character is a living village that continues to create.
Old walls meet new ideas.
Traditional craftsmanship sits alongside contemporary painting.
And artists continue to reinterpret the landscapes, memories and experiences of the Dordogne in entirely individual ways.
Discover Art in Belvès
Whether you're looking for an original painting, searching for a unique piece to take home or simply curious about the people creating art here, allow a little time to explore the artistic side of Belvès.
Visit the galleries.
Discover the ateliers.
Meet the artists.
And experience another side of one of the Dordogne's most beautiful medieval villages.
Are You a Local Artist or Maker?
The Pays de Belvès artist collection is continuing to grow.
If you're an artist, ceramicist, sculptor, photographer, printmaker or independent maker working in Belvès or the surrounding area, we'd love to hear from you.
Our aim is simple: to celebrate the people creating here and make it easier for visitors to discover their work.
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