Charles Camoin: A Bold Vision of Provence Charles Camoin (1879-1965) stands as a pivotal figure in the French Fauvist movement, an artistic rebellion against Impressionism that championed unrestrained color and expressive brushwork. Born in Marseille, France, Camoin’s early life was marked by exposure to the vibrant Mediterranean landscape – a formative influence that would permeate his entire oeuvre. His encounter with Henri Matisse…