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“Culture et Nature en Ubaye” offers a unique artist residency experience in the heart of the French Alps, welcoming creators from across the globe to create, relax and get inspiration by the intersection of art, culture, and nature. With two central objectives, this dynamic program seeks to inspire artists while fostering cultural and environmental awareness.
Elevating Arts and Crafts: Engaging with both local and international talent, the association offers a stay for artists where they can create as well as connect with the rich cultural heritage of the region. Through exhibitions, workshops, and residencies at Villa Puebla, creators have the opportunity to share their work with the community while drawing inspiration from the stunning natural surroundings and the historical Villa Puebla.
At its core, “Culture et Nature en Ubaye” is more than just a residency—it is a vibrant hamlet where art, culture, and environmental awareness converge. Nestled in the serene Ubaye Valley, it provides the perfect space for artists to expand their practice, exchange ideas with peers, and build lasting connections to both nature and community. Whether you’re looking to create, collaborate, or reflect, this residency offers a transformative experience in a place where creativity and the natural world thrive together.
Are you an artist interested in spending two to three weeks in Villa Puebla? Please reach out to us by phone or email and we are happy to discuss.
Our Events
Get ready for an incredible 2026! We’ve crafted a vibrant and inspiring program packed with exciting events, and we’d love for you to join us! Here’s a sneak peek at some of the amazing experiences we have lined up:
Want to learn more? Visit Ubaye Tourism or simply stop by the villa to check out our event board. We can’t wait to see you there!
🌿✨ Artists in Residence 2026
Villa Puebla — Culture et Nature en Ubaye
In 2026, Villa Puebla welcomes artists, thinkers, and creators in residence, offering a space for research, creation, and exchange in the Ubaye Valley.
6–12 April 2026
Jean-Philippe Pierron — Philosopher, university professor, and writer
A major figure in the philosophy of care and ecology, his work explores relationships between humans, nature, and the living world.
1–21 June 2026
Josefina Enevold — Illustrator and textile designer
Her practice engages with material, pattern, and the living, combining illustration, textile, and visual research.
8–14 June 2026
Brune Bottero — Writer and editor
Through writing and critical reflection, she explores language as a space for connection and transmission.
15–21 June 2026
Bénédicte Mourgues-Nancy — Ceramic artist
She creates everyday objects in porcelain and stoneware, combining functionality with poetic sensitivity.
29 June – 6 July 2026
Camille Noyelle & Groupe 444 — Theatre company
A contemporary theatre collective engaged in collaborative and exploratory performance practices.
27 July – 9 August 2026
Laurent Corvaisier — Illustrator and painter
His work develops a vibrant visual language where colour, line, and narrative play a central role.
21 August – 9 September 2026
Jean-Baptiste Née — Painter
A contemporary painter exploring gesture, texture, and the dialogue between space and material.
21 September – 4 October 2026
Lina Schnaufer — Designer
Her work focuses on use, form, and material, at the intersection of design and sensitive creation.
21 September – 2 October 2026
Amandine Lecuyer — Multidisciplinary artist
She explores the links between creation, identity, and personal expression across disciplines.
✨ We look forward to welcoming you to Villa Puebla throughout 2026 for a season shaped by creativity, the living world, and shared experience.