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Painting the Invisible is a full-length documentary film that follows American plein-air painter Jill Steenhuis as she navigates the landscapes of Provence in search of inspiration for her creative practice. Shot over a three-year span by the artist’s son James Ruffato, the film invites the viewer to enter into the quiet and intimate world of the artist’s prolific, creative and spiritual energy.

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Upcoming Events —

Fall tour 2024
We are pleased to announce our upcoming US Fall Tour! Jill and Sergio will embark once again this fall on a 6-city tour, bringing a collection of their most recent works made in Provence to cities throughout the southeast. Artwork will include oil paintings, lithography, metal sculpture and jewelry.
2025 Workshops in Provence
Discover the magic of plein air painting in Provence with Jill Steenhuis! Jill has been living and painting in the landscapes of Provence for over 40 years, and will be your guide and teacher during this eight-day workshop. This is a truly immersive art experience in which you will live like a local and paint from some of the best spots Provence has to offer, in the footsteps of the great masters, Cézanne and Van Gogh.

Meet Jill at a Show

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Provence Workshops

Discover the magic of painting in Provence during a week-long oil painting workshop. 

This is a truly immersive art experience in which you will live like a local and paint from some of the best spots Provence has to offer.

USA Workshops

Oil Painting, Drawing or Pastels Workshops – All Levels Welcome

The workshops focus on color theory, oil painting/drawing techniques and the creative process.

Online Workshops

Online Course — All Levels Welcome

You will learn how to mix a harmonious palette with a broad range of colors and complete several of your own oil paintings.

Blog —

To my dear family & friends - May your journey into 2024 be full of creativity, renewal and love // Chers Amis - Que votre voyage en 2024 soit placé sous le signe de la créativité, du renouveau et de l'amour.
Summer workshops in 2023 have been joy-filled, inspiring experiences shared with wonderfully creative, beautiful people. Grateful for each person who has taken the journey to paint with me in Provence. You have all climbed your own mountain within you and joined me in the dance.
This spring I set out on another journey from France to America, exhibiting my work in 9 different shows (Orlando, Amelia Island, Atlanta, Saint Simons Island, Chattanooga, Orlando & Columbus). I am so grateful for all of you whom I met at a show, workshop or talk and especially for my hosts and those who helped along the way.

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Sergio Ruffato —

Since 2012, Jill Steenhuis has been exhibiting her work with her son, Sergio Ruffato, a graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design. Sergio specializes in metal forging techniques and creates sculptures, jewelry and custom design pieces.

Meet Jill & Sergio on Tour!

2024
Fall Shows

Montgomery, AL
October 8-9

Pike Road, AL
October 12-13

Atlanta, GA
October 15


Birmingham, AL
October 17-18

Spartanburg, SC
October 20-21

Middleburg, VA
October 23-24

Richmond, VA
October 26-27 / 30

Atlanta, GA
November 7

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