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An American in Provence: Art, Life and Photography
Let Jamie Beck transport you to the South of France with An American in Provence: part art book, part travelogue, part memoir, and part cookbook, and perfect for art lovers, Francophiles, and armchair travelers alike.
An American in Provence is a beautiful collection of exquisite portrait, scenic, and still-life photography from wildly popular and award-winning photographer Jamie Beck. Looking to slow down from her fast-paced life in New York City, Beck moved to the French countryside documenting her life as "An American in Provence." What started as a one-year getaway became five as she continues to chronicle her life there through her photography on Instagram @JamieBeck.co, including the birth of her daughter, Eloise, all in the most breathtaking way.
In An American in Provence, Beck shares her tips and techniques for creating incredible photos and details her transformational journey as an artist and woman. Beck also includes farm-to-table recipes she's learned along the way, including Braised Beef Stew, Spring Chicken with Herbs de Provence, Fresh Tagliatelle Pasta with Spring Asparagus, and Lemon Meringue Tart. This stunning visual journey is sure to delight anyone who wishes to escape reality and immerse themselves in life in Provence.
An American in Provence is a beautiful collection of exquisite portrait, scenic, and still-life photography from wildly popular and award-winning photographer Jamie Beck. Looking to slow down from her fast-paced life in New York City, Beck moved to the French countryside documenting her life as "An American in Provence." What started as a one-year getaway became five as she continues to chronicle her life there through her photography on Instagram @JamieBeck.co, including the birth of her daughter, Eloise, all in the most breathtaking way.
In An American in Provence, Beck shares her tips and techniques for creating incredible photos and details her transformational journey as an artist and woman. Beck also includes farm-to-table recipes she's learned along the way, including Braised Beef Stew, Spring Chicken with Herbs de Provence, Fresh Tagliatelle Pasta with Spring Asparagus, and Lemon Meringue Tart. This stunning visual journey is sure to delight anyone who wishes to escape reality and immerse themselves in life in Provence.
Editorial Reviews
"For Francophiles, on-the-go and armchair travelers, as well as anyone who fantasizes about touching down on a new horizon for an extended stay, An American in Provence: Art, Life and Photography by Jamie Beck is an enticing portal… brimming with intoxicating images and inviting words. A feast for the eyes and spirit. (And a holiday gift idea.)" -Forbes
"Jamie's transporting book brings back all the wonderful memories of my first trip to France in my twenties, when I fell in love with the beauty of the country, and especially the vibrant flavors of the Provençal table." -Alice Waters
"Jamie Beck is the Peter Mayle of our time. Her alluring and sensual portraits bring us one step closer to understanding the ineffable magic of the South of France. From flower markets to aioli recipes, her keen photographic eye and gentle soul bring back vivid memories of my childhood in Aix-en-Provence and invite us all to slow down and indulge our senses in the warm glow of the Provençal sun." -Frédéric Fekkai
"Jamie's work is a visual feast of food, flowers, and family. Her book takes you on a trip to Provence and allows you to linger and luxuriate there with her as she basks in nature and the best that life has to offer-simple, wholesome goodness." -Lauren Bush Lauren
"Jamie captures the charm and romance of Provence in her stunning book, filled with lush photos of food, wine, and other glories of la France. An American in Provence is a woman's journey of immersion in the country and culture of France, from the fragrant fields of lavender to the crusty bounty of her local boulangerie." -David Lebovitz
"Jamie's transporting book brings back all the wonderful memories of my first trip to France in my twenties, when I fell in love with the beauty of the country, and especially the vibrant flavors of the Provençal table." -Alice Waters
"Jamie Beck is the Peter Mayle of our time. Her alluring and sensual portraits bring us one step closer to understanding the ineffable magic of the South of France. From flower markets to aioli recipes, her keen photographic eye and gentle soul bring back vivid memories of my childhood in Aix-en-Provence and invite us all to slow down and indulge our senses in the warm glow of the Provençal sun." -Frédéric Fekkai
"Jamie's work is a visual feast of food, flowers, and family. Her book takes you on a trip to Provence and allows you to linger and luxuriate there with her as she basks in nature and the best that life has to offer-simple, wholesome goodness." -Lauren Bush Lauren
"Jamie captures the charm and romance of Provence in her stunning book, filled with lush photos of food, wine, and other glories of la France. An American in Provence is a woman's journey of immersion in the country and culture of France, from the fragrant fields of lavender to the crusty bounty of her local boulangerie." -David Lebovitz
Readers Top Reviews
Carey TrueKevinSu
I have been waiting for this book for months. I have Jamie's artwork in my home and have been an Instagram follower for years. Jamie's story telling is so beautiful and raw. Highly recommend this book if you need to escape the craziness of what is happening in the US and transport yourself to a world of wonder, curiosity and heartfelt story telling.
Ali SCarey TrueKe
I’ve followed Jamie on Instagram for the past year and have really enjoyed her photography. The book is the perfect view into her life story, photography, and some amazing recipes. The stories are inspiring and the photos are amazing. She has a very unique aesthetic and the book does a great job capturing this along with her personal journey.
JCAli SCarey True
This is soooo much more than I anticipated. I have purchased Jamie’s prints and have them in my home so I’m well familiar with her attention to detail and excellence. But this is more. Much more. It’s deeply comprehensive, personal and enriching. Next level. Thought it would be a beautiful tabletop book (and it is), didn’t realize I would be to be transported into all the details of her life. So revealing and moving, and stunningly gorgeous. I’m in awe and want more. Congratulations, Jamie and family. Excellent job!!!
oliviabloomJCAli
I received my book yesterday and began reading it this morning. As I love Jamie’s photography and all things France, I wasn’t sure what to expect- would this be another home design book? But that, it is not; it is much more. The photographs are fabulous but it is the depth of the story they accompany that has captured me. Wonderfully written, it is an honest story of the author/photographer’s journey from wild NYC to quiet Provence. How she was able to settle and live more simply because that is life in the rural countryside. Highly recommend! Thank you Jamie for this lovely book!
AloliviabloomJCAl
I’ve been following Jamie for some years now. She has inspired me tremendously over the years in my own approach to art and I was so excited that she came out with a book. I opened the page to her dedication page and immediately felt her heart was pouring into each page. I barely got through the first page and pulled out my journal to start reflecting on my own thoughts and ideas. I am so excited to read more but flipping through the book, wow. Each image is so stunning and even more incredible if you’ve been watching her from your phone screen.
