'Create a fan base, not just guests'

Hi, my name is Karina and I'm this week's host for Checking In.

Today, I'm joined by Nicolas Leroy, co-founder of Toile Blanche, a hotel resort and contemporary art collection in Saint-Paul-de-Vence in south of France.

Having started it as an artistic destination with his brothers, Nicolas will share what he has learned about hospitality from an artist's perspective, how to make art feel intentional and interactive for guests, and the differences between French and British hotel getaways.

Hi, Nicholas.

Thank you

so much for joining us today.

Just to start off, can you tell us a little bit about your career and what first drew you towards the arts world?