Our First EXPOSITION & a WONDERFUL Fête! | Manor & Maker

It's the Fête de Saint Germain in our wonderful little town, and we're punching above our weight! Lots going on including BBQ, Petanque, Vide Grenier, spectacular fireworks, and of course, our FIRST EXPOSITION!
The participants in this first expo are:
Monif AJAJ
Claude AUSSAGE
Alain DESCOMBES
Annie FAVREAU
Yves GAUTIER
Alfred HOEFLER
Claude LACHARTRE
Nolvenn LEGOFF
Tatjana MAKSYMCHUK
Renata MARCHENKO
Jean-Philippe TOURTEAU
Not all have social media or websites, so if you'd like to get in touch with any of them, please send us a line through our website, on Instagram, or on FB - we'd be happy to help!
An special thanks goes out to Claude AUSSAGE & Adeline for all their work making this happen, and to our friends Mark & Sue for helping us make it a success!
Manor & Maker theme music by Jamie Christopherson and Jeff MacDonald for Louder Productions.
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Sara, an IT professional & Stephen a graphic designer and artist are world-traveling Canadians who dreamt of moving to Europe, and France in particular. In 2020 they were working from home when Stephen turned to Sara and popped the question she was longing to hear, “What would have to be true for us to buy a chateau in France?” They searched online for months viewing hundreds of properties. They narrowed their search and toured some properties when they happened upon the one that captured our hearts, Château de Saint-Germain-des-Prés. A year later they made the move to France to start their new adventure in our beautiful Château. They created “Manor and Maker” to reflect the two sides of their adventure. One, to live as chateau owners with all the ups and downs and two, to pursue their passions as makers, creating art in all its forms. They will invite others to come together, united by their passions, to share in this adventure. We invite you to join us too, as we bring our dreams to life. Welcome to Manor & Maker.

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  • @susanwatson1599
    @susanwatson15992 жыл бұрын

    Congrats on the success of your first Art Expo. Such a diverse collection of fine art and sculpture. It's a lot of work to curate a show and you both did a splendid job.

  • @ManorandMaker

    @ManorandMaker

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @laelcampbell1935
    @laelcampbell19352 жыл бұрын

    From Calgary and have been following your vlogs and this one made me smile so much because I think you've gone and done it! I believe your hospitality and generosity as hosts have officially placed you firmly in your region as a place where art and artist are valued and your contribution to your community has been recognised. Well done!

  • @ManorandMaker

    @ManorandMaker

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much we hope to continue to build up our local area as we expand our business.

  • @marjorykephart4700
    @marjorykephart4700 Жыл бұрын

    The exposition was a great success! All the art was presented beautifully. A wonderful event for your town and the surrounding towns to look forward to every year. No doubt, the word will spread. People will come from everywhere to display their artwork and to participate in your annual art expositions. Congratulations!

  • @sandywallace218
    @sandywallace2182 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations Steve and Sarah, it looks like quite a turnout at your exposition, lovely modern artwork and what fun weekend celebrations. It is so nice to see people out and enjoying France again although hot, humanity is not waiting anymore for the perfect environment to enjoy life. Thanks for sharing with us.

  • @susannoonan1
    @susannoonan1 Жыл бұрын

    Enjoyed the art expo. Don't be afraid to slow down and spend more time covering each artwork in the future, even it becomes a separate video. It is wonderful to see what is going on in other parts of the world in the world of art.

  • @colinmcknight9605
    @colinmcknight96052 жыл бұрын

    The art expo is such a great idea! It looks like a great way to showcase the chateau as well as helping to build community. Well done!

  • @tracerloenan8020
    @tracerloenan8020 Жыл бұрын

    I am 72 and have been collecting Art since I was 15 and got my 1st job. Wonderful exhibition and my hat is off to every presenter. My personal taste varies widely. Here my first choice would be Annie FAVREAU, with Steve a close second. This was one of the very best events to be held and sure brought a lot of people together. Well done.

  • @robintatina9819
    @robintatina98192 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations Steve and Sarah!! Looks like a fabulous event and so incredibly well received! Here's to many more!

  • @bowiefb
    @bowiefb2 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations Sara and Stephen! And congratulations to all of the artists. A super installation of works and fabulous turnout. The food looked marvelous too! Bravo!

  • @kathyevans2968
    @kathyevans29682 жыл бұрын

    I bet the Canadian Scottish festival organisers are missing you all the more watching all you hard work bringing this art expo together. Life and it’s joys are what you make of them.. thank you for sharing this!

  • @Fiona-xv3st
    @Fiona-xv3st2 жыл бұрын

    Well done! You don’t talk the talk, you walk the walk! Fantastic! 👏👏👏

  • @jayneturnbull5041
    @jayneturnbull50412 жыл бұрын

    What a great celebration the village put on, very well done, how exciting, those fireworks wow. The chateau looked fantastic with the additional lighting. Wonderful to see so many people enjoying the art on the chateau and the grounds....a dream come true for you both. Well done.

  • @helenmcneil3339
    @helenmcneil33392 жыл бұрын

    I just loved Alain Descombes chair. Great job folks.

  • @albertpeckham8708
    @albertpeckham87082 жыл бұрын

    The paperwork sculpture is spectacular! The people are so polite and appreciative of your generosity.

  • @barbaramurray4191
    @barbaramurray41912 жыл бұрын

    Sarah you summed it up beautifully " A triumph ". The setting out of the art works is also to be commended 👏🏻👏🏻 I wonder, before you moved here, if you knew the village was so hospitable and the great celebrations it held. It's sheer genius to have held the Exposition in the 'manner' in which you 'made' it 😆 I'm sure it will be an annual event 🤞🏻

  • @k.j.2481
    @k.j.24812 жыл бұрын

    You guys are brave!!! I'm sure this was way beyond your comfort zone. Working with local artists, what a successful project.

  • @christineh5790
    @christineh57902 жыл бұрын

    That was all so enjoyable, thank you Sarah and Steve and full marks for your first exposition! Such a great turn out to see your art exhibits and although I’m no art expert but I think Steve’s paintings are the creme de la creme of paintings. 💕👌

  • @cheriesharp234
    @cheriesharp2342 жыл бұрын

    What a fantastic turn out from the public to see the wonderfull works of some very talanted artists and sculptors. Well done to more and bigger events. Well done xxxx

  • @shannonphillips9344
    @shannonphillips9344 Жыл бұрын

    What a magical part of the world you live in. So nice to see the Chateau shown to such advantage and that you are opening your doors for people to share! Congrats on your success and to the artists as well - the work is truly stunning. Keep up the great work, Sara & Steven!

  • @CathyMiller0711
    @CathyMiller07112 жыл бұрын

    Congrats on a successful exposition! The art was wonderful and your team did a great job on display. I know you must be thrilled with the turnout. I also can't get over how many people turn out for events in these small villages. It's just great.

  • @gayejani350
    @gayejani3502 жыл бұрын

    Well, this was wonderful! Choosing your Lady Chateau for such fabulous events is going to really pay off. Everything seemed just perfect. And your local village is ideal. Congratulations on pulling off a marvellous weekend and making lots of new friends.🥰🇨🇦

  • @leonorahogarth3070
    @leonorahogarth30702 жыл бұрын

    Truly wonderful vlog. So pleased for you both. Loved the art work accompanied by Debussy. Good choice!

  • @joliec998
    @joliec9982 жыл бұрын

    What a great event! Looks like a major success! Bien fait! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @michelinewalker6361
    @michelinewalker6361 Жыл бұрын

    Sara and Steve I'm a fellow Canadian that never comments but watches all the time. I just had to tell you that the chateau looked resplendent and the quality of artists was amazing, Well done both of you.

  • @EEN63
    @EEN632 жыл бұрын

    Well done! So many talented and creative people to showcase! I hope this is the first of many to come! What a treat to have been there to enjoy all the fun and festivities! Bravo on such a successful event and thanks for sharing it with us! 😍🥰😍

  • @elizabethheatley22
    @elizabethheatley22 Жыл бұрын

    Well done! The chateau was such a great backdrop for all the beautiful art!

  • @danielintheantipodes6741
    @danielintheantipodes67412 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations on the success of the Art Show! Thank you for the video!

  • @sharynw6640
    @sharynw66402 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations, what a wonderful success Steve and Sarah. Its so nice seeing Chateaux filled with people like they were always meant to be.

  • @sarahofer4368
    @sarahofer43682 жыл бұрын

    What a grand success your exposition was! Your vision for the Chateau is becoming a reality.

  • @stephaniemedina1848
    @stephaniemedina18482 жыл бұрын

    Each video makes my heart burst with warmth 🐱🌷 the world must have you in it to teach us 🐦🐦🎶🎶💃🌹🌹🌞🌞🙏🙏🌞🌞🌈💋

  • @lindawentink2725
    @lindawentink27252 жыл бұрын

    Wow,,well done Sarah and Steve you pulled that off beautifully. Thank you for taking us through. What an incredible, diverse exhibition.

  • @patriciafay-magiera1304
    @patriciafay-magiera1304 Жыл бұрын

    What beautiful setting, gorgeous day, spectacular art! Congratulations! Patricia

  • @helendezendorf5532
    @helendezendorf5532 Жыл бұрын

    Love Steve’s self portrait

  • @lucyc319
    @lucyc3192 жыл бұрын

    Bravo!!👏👏👏Outstanding!!! Watching from Calgary!👍🇨🇦

  • @sharongruener6078
    @sharongruener60782 жыл бұрын

    Wow, the chateau looks stunning, especially with all the wonderful art work. Steven's was the best. Great presentation with the food. Loved the fireworks but nothing compared to the beautiful night sky. Great job guys. Blessings.

  • @healinggardens-terribowlby3129
    @healinggardens-terribowlby31292 жыл бұрын

    Oh I would love to have the paper angel wing! Magnificent! Congratulations you two fellow Canadians On your first exposition!! Fun times! Happy for you!

  • @wendigareau7298
    @wendigareau7298 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations on the success of your first exposition! So much talent, I especially like Steve’s art.

  • @westpacificmarketanalytics2384
    @westpacificmarketanalytics23842 жыл бұрын

    The Maire and community must be so proud of you both! Reaching out and being a part in France is so important to becoming part of the culture! Great job!

  • @andreacatzel8259
    @andreacatzel82592 жыл бұрын

    Huge congrats! Loved seeing the artwork…. Especially Steve’s self portrait. Loved all the sculptures in the garden. What a superb setting for this! You must feel so proud of your lovely Château. And catering… on top of it all. Well done! 👏⭐️👏⭐️👏⭐️

  • @deniseburgess.5082
    @deniseburgess.50822 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic, congratulations on a great day you are both such an asset to your community and village. Cheers 🥂 to lots more fabulous friends, fun and fantastic days 🥰

  • @janehampton6717
    @janehampton6717 Жыл бұрын

    Well done guys. How fantastic so many people turned up. The painting and sculptures were amazing. The food looked yummy 🥰🥰🥰

  • @sharonnicholson7593
    @sharonnicholson75932 жыл бұрын

    You had me at Claire de Lune 🙌🏻 my favourite piece of music ever💜 Actually it was wayyyy before that but it’s in my head now. What a fabulous achievement, the art works were amazing, especially Steve’s brilliant work🥰 loved the whole journey today 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 thanks so much 🤩

  • @normamurray4450
    @normamurray4450 Жыл бұрын

    Wow, fellow Canadians, I am so proud of you! What a fantastic showing of Art and your beautiful home! I didn't live so far away in B.C., Canada, I would have been there for sure! CONGRATULATIONS!!!

  • @williamkimmel6487
    @williamkimmel6487 Жыл бұрын

    Stephen's artwork is beautiful. There were some really exceptional pieces of art on display. Wonderful vlog. Kim Georgia USA 🇺🇸

  • @connihudson1578
    @connihudson15782 жыл бұрын

    Oh, the light on the tower was gorgeous..just the romantic touch!

  • @kellyhawes9293
    @kellyhawes92932 жыл бұрын

    You must be bursting with pride and joy to see your lovely chateau filled with people! Congratulations Steve and Sarah!

  • @myriampiel9017
    @myriampiel90172 жыл бұрын

    Toutes mes félicitations, bravo pour votre générosité et le partage de votre magnifique château avec d autres artistes quelle belle journée cela a du être amitiés Myriam

  • @georgiaa8896
    @georgiaa88962 жыл бұрын

    Your first exhibition how fantastic...you chaps work quickly, most excellent way to get involved with your community .... well done. And thank you for giving us a tour of the exhibitors works, that was brilliant. Congratulations 🥳

  • @samaritaDeath
    @samaritaDeath2 жыл бұрын

    Love the work of Claude Aussage, his sculptures in the garden are gorgeous

  • @jillmjohnson4606
    @jillmjohnson46062 жыл бұрын

    It looks like you had a successful exhibition, good for you both and your helpers! I loved seeing the Artwork too. Thank you for slowly taking us through each display. This was a really great vlog!! 🌻

  • @margretfriedrich2686
    @margretfriedrich2686 Жыл бұрын

    "And a good time was had by one and all!!"👍👍👍🇨🇦

  • @lisamarutz9772
    @lisamarutz9772 Жыл бұрын

    What a magnificent feast for the eyes, I can hardly wait to watch it over and over!!

  • @mrsmurfin9066
    @mrsmurfin9066 Жыл бұрын

    It is so great how you are fitting into the community and they seem to have completely embraced you! Well done! The art!!!!!! Superb

  • @jonimarchese7655
    @jonimarchese76552 жыл бұрын

    The weekend looked like a lot of fun, the art was interesting, I loved a lot of the sculptures I found myself drawn to Annie's work. Great job on your event. love from NY,

  • @brendam5356
    @brendam53562 жыл бұрын

    Bonjour Steve and Sarah Tres bien Bravo the Exposition fete art sculptures magnifique such lovely hosts the community welcomed you both into their town I can see artists lovers of art coming year after year 😍👌The Chateau a perfect venue the platters of delishiousness a crowd pleaser I especially loved the art displayed throughout the Chateau I must say Steve you are the Artist just stunning doors are opening the weekend a success I’m overflowing with joy for you Steve and Sarah Merci beaucoup you’ve ignited my love of art Enchante💖💖😍😍😘😘👌👌🌟🌟🍸🍸

  • @MK-Farm-Michigan
    @MK-Farm-Michigan Жыл бұрын

    Wow Steve and Sarah congrats on a great turn out and beautiful show with amazing Art. I think you both just fit right in...

  • @AniaBumba
    @AniaBumba2 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations! Your Expo was clearly a massive success! It is not easy to organise such an event and attract so many people from the local community. You are doing a great job and I wish you many more wonderful events at your Chateau. I think it is amazing that you want to participate in the local life and that you are opening your home to the community. Bravo!

  • @kimclarke5018
    @kimclarke50182 жыл бұрын

    The art exposition was a great idea. Well done. Would have loved to purchase that paper wing. Beautiful. Definitely fun to hang with the artists.

  • @wizardcrystal
    @wizardcrystal2 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations! I'm so happy for you both 😎🇭🇲👍❤️

  • @EmilyBoltz
    @EmilyBoltz2 жыл бұрын

    This was wonderful! Great way to coonect with people and show your beautiful Chateau!❤️

  • @LoriF25403
    @LoriF254032 жыл бұрын

    WOW, so awesome to have a community meet around art. Thank you for sharing

  • @tracyllewellyn5258
    @tracyllewellyn52582 жыл бұрын

    Holy moly, I commented before I saw the artwork...absolutely amazing!!!! My mind is blown, and the property looks incredible, what a labor of love. You two are so genuine and amazing!!! Cheers!

  • @theredlionlincolnsquare8964
    @theredlionlincolnsquare8964 Жыл бұрын

    Huge kudos! Brilliant exhibition. Well done! ♥️

  • @goldenlady9797
    @goldenlady9797 Жыл бұрын

    What a lovely video and event! I love how you're adding to the local community and welcoming people in. What a great place to live. 😘

  • @connihudson1578
    @connihudson15782 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations! (the burning of the church??) What a wonderful exhibition! Stephen, your work is incredible,. Love the vlogs! And Sarah, your beautiful costumes should have been on display!

  • @lizzybetbutt6040
    @lizzybetbutt6040 Жыл бұрын

    Fabulous ! What a huge success. Well done to you both !

  • @glanmiregal6513
    @glanmiregal65132 жыл бұрын

    Stunning Artwork. Beautifully presented. You guys are really finding your groove. Congratulations.

  • @casscara
    @casscara Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful poster Steve. You guys have really made your mark. Congrats on a successful show. It will be great to see your studio in action.

  • @SuperAbcdabcdabcdabc
    @SuperAbcdabcdabcdabc2 жыл бұрын

    It looked like a big success by the numbers of ppl that dropped by. All of the Rt works are wonderful, but I especially like the self portrait

  • @melissahalbert9455
    @melissahalbert94552 жыл бұрын

    How absolutely wonderful! That is how I imagine a Chateau to be! Full of people milling about, having a bit of a snack and a drink engaging in conversations about the beauty surrounding them. Well done!

  • @ManorandMaker

    @ManorandMaker

    2 жыл бұрын

    That’s what we are hoping for too.

  • @LaReynedEpee
    @LaReynedEpee2 жыл бұрын

    Looks like it all came together very well and everyone had a good time. In other words, a great success!

  • @doris_s_atlantica
    @doris_s_atlantica Жыл бұрын

    I Love your vlogs, they are so serene. No jittery giggling and laughing going on every two Seconds. Contrats to your great success!

  • @zander8018
    @zander80182 жыл бұрын

    It's nice to see the Chateau shine, great art pieces and full of Canadian Hospitality... Ya, I'm waving the flag ... Cheering you on from BC..

  • @gillesbouchard5882
    @gillesbouchard58822 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations on your first Art Expo. So enjoyed watching your videos. Brenda ❤️🎊🇨🇦

  • @marykeller3077
    @marykeller30772 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations on the success of your showing. That’s great!

  • @TamarasAmazingArtAdventures
    @TamarasAmazingArtAdventures2 жыл бұрын

    Superbly curated art exhibition! Congratulations, you have put together an outstanding artist group for this event. The château is the perfect place for it. It all went very well together. And you are wonderful hosts!

  • @lisaakinlabi
    @lisaakinlabi2 жыл бұрын

    OH I am so very happy for you - the exposition proved to be a wonderful event and your chateau was a perfect backdrop! Congratulations on being wonderful hosts and pulling it all together. 🥰 So perfect that so many came out and I am sure you have gained some good friends from the occasion. 😁

  • @ManorandMaker

    @ManorandMaker

    2 жыл бұрын

    We definitely made some new friends!

  • @suepopoff3159
    @suepopoff31592 жыл бұрын

    Steve , You are a strong resemblance to my handsome adult son!! Congratulations on your success, fromCanada 🇨🇦

  • @lindaweigel8572
    @lindaweigel85722 жыл бұрын

    The celebration was lovely but I especially enjoyed the art. The exhibition was exciting and I wish I could have been there to see it! As a visual artist, I would jump at the chance to exhibit in such a beautiful venue.

  • @deborahreynolds1552
    @deborahreynolds1552 Жыл бұрын

    Wow how nice to see your Dream come to fruition, You have both worked very hard whilst still managing to attend memorable outings and adventures that you graciously take us along to, Well done.....

  • @suellenmcgillick8177
    @suellenmcgillick81772 жыл бұрын

    Your art show looks as though was a huge success. The music added was so peaceful in the gardens. Just looove watching every vlog and this one was exceptional. Thank you

  • @stellaevans752
    @stellaevans7522 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations guys, so happy it all went very well, you are both so lovely that I’m not at all surprised that so many turned up, I might be biased because I adore Steve, but I preferred his art work to all the others, my preference, my opinion, well done lovely people, much love xxxxxxxxxx😘❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @Sharon-Me
    @Sharon-Me2 жыл бұрын

    What a delight it is to see people out and about and enjoying life again!

  • @ihartsnowyo
    @ihartsnowyo2 жыл бұрын

    Wow! Blown away by the art. Best wishes in this endeavor. What an adventure you’re on.

  • @ChristineKelly1000
    @ChristineKelly1000 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations on the success of your Art Exposition.

  • @jgrady9553
    @jgrady9553 Жыл бұрын

    A wonderful and successful exposition- such talent there! The village fete looked fun!

  • @andreagoodman1636
    @andreagoodman1636 Жыл бұрын

    Those paper art pieces are AMAZING!!!

  • @JourneytotheChateau
    @JourneytotheChateau Жыл бұрын

    Looks like a success and it all looked wonderful! Nice job! 😀👍

  • @kimberlysmith661
    @kimberlysmith661 Жыл бұрын

    Steve's art is my favorite of all the artists you displayed.

  • @Marykguise
    @Marykguise2 жыл бұрын

    Wow! Great Fete and incredible job on the Exposition!!!

  • @marthaizaguirre6363
    @marthaizaguirre63632 жыл бұрын

    Love the contrast between the modern art and your classic interiors. Steve's gallery looks great! Félicitations! 😊👏👏👏

  • @desertking4u
    @desertking4u2 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations Steve and Sarah !!! Steve you made a super nice "flyer".

  • @helenleven2654
    @helenleven26542 жыл бұрын

    Congrats on the art expo being a roaring success.🙂

  • @barbmac07
    @barbmac072 жыл бұрын

    I'd say a success! Congrats, it looked wonderful!

  • @judynail1690
    @judynail16902 жыл бұрын

    Beautifully done. I’d love to hear Steve take us on a tour of his paintings, describing the subject and medium. He may be to modest to do so, but that would be so interesting.

  • @ellaaltman2137
    @ellaaltman21372 жыл бұрын

    WOW! Congratulations to you both on such a successful event - a spectacular turn out and weather to match. The graphics on the "flyer" (so much more) were both bold and elegant. Sara BRAVO(A) on your 1st French speaking radio interview. Stephen from the time I first saw your work my favorite piece is the Old Man Seated (have no idea of the official title). Again so happy that the first Exposition at Charteau de Saint-Germain-des-Pres was so well received and attended! On to the next!

  • @chazikins
    @chazikins2 жыл бұрын

    Omg was that the wax of Claude Debussy? 🙌 yes please!

  • @chazikins

    @chazikins

    2 жыл бұрын

    People tend to slow it down and make it romantic, but the way he plays it himself, it’s about the rollercoaster of life. Fear, passion, life, love. I live for his wax roll version. It’s too good.

  • @ylezama-artes1919
    @ylezama-artes19192 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful work and wonderful opening gala of getting to know your neighbors and get knowing by them. Now l am sure all the future events will be much easier and probably less stressful. From my little paradise and watching you here in my little screen l wish l was there enjoying not only the work of art but also your outstanding chateau and your great hospitality. Hugs and lots of success on your future exposiciones.

  • @lovereikiASMR222
    @lovereikiASMR222 Жыл бұрын

    Fabulous! Loved this video! Love your energy. Thank you for sharing your lives with us! xx

  • @dharper9332
    @dharper93322 жыл бұрын

    Looks like a great time guys .............you knocked it out of the park!!!