Looking for a cultural escape in Provence this summer? Meet at L'Isle‑sur‑la‑Sorgue, the charming town of canals, antique markets, and Provençal art de vivre, to discover three remarkable exhibitions presented by Gallery Retour De Voyage. From May 14 to August 15, 2026, three singular artistic worlds unfold in succession: a journey through a mythical bestiary, an exploration of the living world and a powerful reflection on contemporary Myanmar..
A Gallery Open to the World
Nestled in the heart of Provence, within the boutique-hotel La Maison sur la Sorgue, Galerie Retour De Voyage is more than an exhibition space: It is a passport to inner worlds. Faithful to its mission of bringing together artists from across the globe, the gallery welcomes creators whose work is shaped by travel, exile and memory.
« L’alliance intérieure » – Ruta Jusionyte (14 May – June 28, 2026)
Ruta Jusionyte opens the season with paintings and sculptures. where humans and animals seem to breathe as one. Her poetic universe brings forth hybrid creatures, myths and dreamlike narratives. Now based in Provence, the internationally recognised, Lithuanian artist, creates powerful and sensitive works that invite us to reconcile our wild and civilised selves. If you are visiting Provence in May or June, do not miss this exhibition: It is an immersion into a world where anything feels possible.
« The Other Land » – Jephan de Villiers (29 May – July 5, 2026)
Working at the crossroads of sculpture and installation, Jephan de Villiers gathers branches, bark, fibers, fragments to construct another world. His « traces of memory» explore our relationship with the living world. Each piece seems to emerge from an ancient ritual or a forgotten civilisation. If you are drawn to raw art and subtle narratives, this exhibition is for you. And if you have not yet encountered this remarkable humanist artist, whose work is present in museums and public collections across Europe, this stop will beautifully enrich your stroll through the streets of L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue.
«The Strength within Silence » – Khin Zaw Latt (10 July – August 15, 2026)
Khin Zaw Latt is one of the leading figures of the contemporary Myanmar art scene. His recent works are imbued with memory and resilience: offering a contemporary perspective on Myanmar while bearing witness to lived realities. Colours vibrate, silhouettes emerge and dissolve, and silence itself becomes a language. At the height of summer, this exhibition brings moving depth to a Provençal escape.
Creative residencies: five Burmese Artists in exile
Alongside the exhibitionsthe gallery welcomes five Burmese artists in residence, the gallery welcomes five Burmese artists in residence:
- Kyar Pauk, musician and painter known for his long career with the group Big Bag
- Chuu Wai, painter and performer based in Paris since the coup d’état 2021
- Wooh, designer and visual narrator
- Htoe Htein, committed contemporary artist
- Mayco Naing, an emerging voice of Myanmar’s contemporary scene.
Throughout the residency, they will create on site and meet visitors. It is a rare opportunity to witness artistic creation in real time while supporting artists whose country is once again turning inward.
L'Isle‑sur‑la‑Sorgue: Where Art Meets Nature
Listed among France’s most beautiful detours, L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue is celebrated for its canals, water wheels and world-famous antique markets. The town provides the perfect setting to enjoy these exhibitions: After your visit, wander along the Sorgue River, browse antique shops and settle into a sunlit terrace café. The gallery is located at 6 rue Rose Goudard, just steps away from antique dealers and restaurants, inside the art hotel La Maison Sur La Sorgue.
Practical information
- Address: Galerie Retour De Voyage @ La Maison sur la Sorgue, 6 rue Rose Goudard, 84 800 L’Isle‑sur‑la‑Sorgue
- Opening events:
- 21 may– The Inner Alliance – Ruta Jusionyte
- 4 June– The Other Land – Jephan de Villiers
- 30 July– The Strength within Silence – Khin Law Latt
- Artists in residence(29 July – 3 august) : Kyar Pauk, Chuu Wai, Wooh, Htoe Htein, Mayco Naing
- 2 August : Festive evening and charity auction on
- Contact: +33 6 87 32 58 68
Why You Should Not Miss These Exhibitions
Coming to L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue this summer, means more than visiting three exhibitions: It means taking part in an artistic journey celebrating cultural diversity and the strength of creation in exile. Galerie Retour De Voyage presents a rare programme in Provence, bringing together painting, sculpture and a deeply humanistic vision. Whether, you are spending your holidays in the Luberon or simply passing through, mark these dates and let yourself be carried by this artistic and human adventure.
And to extend the experience, stay in one of the suites at La Maison sur la Sorgue, each decorated with artworks ... A boutique hotel with an art gallery… or an art gallery with rooms? ?