Church towers above the town in Vion

Talk about medieval-looking towns!
Okay, I liked the play of light and shadow, and the texture of the ancient walls, and the way the church sort of looms in the background and you really don't notice it at first.
So, I set up my easel, in an alley, and it was so hot and bright, I used the umbrella too. However, the paint was becoming tacky before I could get it on the panel. Later we learned that the temperature reached 104 that day.
In the afternoon, we were treated to a tour inside the church. I have posted more views of Vion on Flickr.
Then, later we put our paintings up for an exhibit and reception with the mayor. Then dinner at a restaurant, with much laughing and drinking! (I think we were all a little dehydrated from the heat!).