Rokhaya, born of French and American parents, spent much of her childhood in Italy, France, and Northern California. She has toured and painted in many other countries including England, Holland, Germany, Greece and Israel, but Rokhaya has found her real passion and inspiration in a small, medieval village in the heart of Provence.
Primarily a plein air painter, Rokhaya's inspiration is nature. Bold colors and brushstrokes characterize her work. While it is challenging to set up an easel in the wind, hot sun or winter snow, those forces imbue her with the energy needed to produce fresh, lively work. |