Pool Mural

Barjac, France 2026

Emily Kaye sitting with her knees drawn up in front of a colorful, abstract floral mural outdoors. Behind her are trees and a blue sky.
A woman crouching on a stone sidewalk, feeding a black and white cat, in an urban alley with stone walls and a trash bin nearby.

In April 2026 I was invited to a small village in Barjac France to paint the side of my client’s swimming pool.

Inspired by the beautiful surroundings, the design weaves flowers, lemons, olives, lavender and peaches into a vibrant mural, reflecting the colours of the landscape.

Whilst in France, a huge antique festival decsended on the small village of Barjac. There were so many incredible objects to see. It was fascinating looking at all the vintage toys in the April sun and I found a tiny carved stool that I’d been searching for.

Outdoor table displaying a collection of vintage toy cars, a blue 'DAMAZAN' sign, framed paintings, and various memorabilia against a stone brick wall.
Three worn vintage stuffed teddy bears on a blue table among other vintage items, with price tags attached, at a flea market.

The pool was unfortunately covered so I couldn’t go for a dip even though it was incredibly hot. I was slightly worried the paint would dry too fast in the April heat but the water from the pool kept everything nice and cool. I just love the pops of peach and yellow. There’s also an Egyptian locust hiding in the mural which was requested by the client. Can you spot him?

A person painting a mural with a light purple brush on a textured wall that is partly yellow, white, and black.
A person lies on their stomach on top of a painted wall with colorful floral designs, relaxing and resting their head on their hands. The wall features vibrant illustrations of flowers and leaves, and the sky is clear with trees in the background.
A white house with dark shutters and a balcony, surrounded by trees and bushes, with a colorful floral mural on a nearby wall, under a clear blue sky.
Paint supplies, including paintbrushes and containers with purple and light purple paint, along with a cup of black coffee, set on a concrete surface outdoors next to a painted wall and green shrubbery.
Emily Kaye sitting cross-legged on a gravel ground in front of a colorful mural with abstract floral designs, outdoors with trees and blue sky in the background.