Texas goes to France to represent the United States!

Frisco, TX – A Texas delegation of Master Pastellistes led by Diana Moya, will be welcomed to France by Mayor Herve de Charrette, Maine-et-Loire Congressman and former Minister of Foreign Affairs, in a Private Reception July 16th at the historic Abbaye de St Florent le Vieil, which is intended to become an energizing international center for the arts in Europe. “It is a great honor to have been invited to this prestigious exhibition,” said Diana Moya, recognized for her iconic renderings of the old Frisco water tower. The other Master Pastellistes in this winning delegation are D.K. Richardson of Austin, Libby Peters of Dripping Springs , Sue Wiley of West Austin, Mary Beth Martin of Georgetown, Susan Carlin of San Antonio, and Kaye Franklin of Graham, Texas.

They will exhibit their paintings during the Estivales Internationales du Pastel to take place in Saint Florent le Veil this summer, from July to September. A town with a population of 3,000 brings 20,000 visitors from all over Europe to teach, learn, and enjoy the Arts. “The exceptional quality of the works of the greatest French and foreign paste lists chosen to exhibit has conquered a wide audience. It is considered a benchmark of excellence for art lovers and collectors.” Said Jean-Pierre Merat, President of the Société des Pastellistes de France.

Moya’s activities in Pays de la Loire, west of France, will include a European Congress and visits to museums and cultural sites, to meet governmental and non-profit organizations that promote tourism in their area, and organize annual international festivals; to discuss how they are making an economic impact through contemporary art. The French people and corporations, who recognize the seriousness of the art business, unite art and the public in unexpected places to enhance the value of their cities; using landmarks and preexisting structures to contribute to the discovery of works and artists while making art accessible to everyone.

‘Texas goes to France’ will be documented by the artists in short videos, photography, and paintings to tell their story in a touring art exhibit that will be presented in galleries throughout the State of Texas. For information visit www.DianaMoya.com.