Bureaucratic red tape, difficulty finding clients, communication challenges… Many artists and artisans are settling in Puisaye and launching their creative ventures. But what is their life really like? Gathered at the MaNa Campus in Champignelles, they share their stories.
By Mila Gosseaume
Published on April 28, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.
Pottery, painting, sculpture... A land of artists and artisans, the Puisaye region stands out for the number of people who settle there and pursue such activities. But are these professionals able to make a comfortable living from their work? Gathering at the MaNa Campus in Champignelles this Saturday, April 25, for a day dedicated to them, those involved will shed light on this reality—a daily life steeped in creativity and ambition, in a rural setting.
Three years ago, Anne-Laure Remeyse set up shop in Saint-Privé as an upholsterer and lampshade maker. She turned to this craft after deciding to switch to a hands-on profession. "I love the physical aspect of upholstery—working on seat padding—and the part that involves decor, fabrics, and beautiful materials," she says with a smile. But how does she make a living from it? "Income is irregular, but this is just the beginning! To find clients, I rely on word of mouth and artisan markets."
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