Page 6 - OSG: Jeanne Maze: 2024

the world. Paul Maze was introduced to the Maison by
his friend and mentor Édouard Vuillard.
The lure of the vine came to Jeanne around 2022
when she started noticing the effects of seasons on
the leaves and grapes while walking dutifully along the
rows of grapes to observe the maturing and good health
of each plant.
Of course, at the same time, she was drawn to
the innumerable tonalities of the leaves, the ripening
of the grapes and the gentle changes which would pop
up each day, her grandfather’s words ringing in her
ears: “Observe details!” The body of work chosen for
this exhibition shows how confident Jeanne Maze has
become as a pastel painter.
Her hand is so assured, each detail so pertinent.
The overall effect of each work leaves us breathless as
the surface exudes the scent of the vine. Every inch of
pastel reminds us of nature’s lushness and ability to
renew itself.

These powerful and very accomplished pastels are a testament to a miracle of nature shown
through colourful lenses and a dexterous hand with which she manages to express the varying
lights and changing atmospheres of each season. Jeanne was probably originally influenced
by her grandfather, but she has managed to create her own stamp with the use of much bolder
colours and more adventurous subjects.

Anne Singer – Editor and Author, 2024