A Café That Celebrates Connecticut Artists
At Belle Vie Café, food and creativity go hand in hand. We love filling our cozy Guilford space with the color, texture, and energy of local Connecticut artists, giving guests something beautiful to enjoy while they sip, chat, or unwind.
Each season, we feature a new rotation of artwork, carefully selected to reflect the warmth and spirit of our community. You’ll find paintings, photography, and mixed-media pieces displayed throughout both floors, from the sunny upstairs loft to the inviting downstairs nook.
It’s our way of supporting the artists who make the Connecticut shoreline such a vibrant place to live and visit.
Featured Artist: Anne Coffey
Now on view in the Loft Gallery, In Love with Paper features the work of Connecticut artist Anne Coffey, on display through June 17. A retired high school math teacher, Anne brings a unique perspective to her art, drawing on a deep appreciation for precision, structure, and pattern.
Her collage work explores the relationships between shapes, colors, and composition, creating pieces that evoke memory, emotion, and a sense of place. For Anne, art is both a creative process and a form of meditation, offering a quiet, intentional contrast to the pace of everyday life.
Anne is an exhibiting member of several Connecticut-based art organizations, including Connecticut Women Artists, Essex Art Association, Lyme Art Association, Guilford Art League, and Clinton Art Society. She is also part of the Shoreline Arts Trail and exhibits locally throughout the region.
Visit Belle Vie Café at 20 Church Street in Guilford, CT to experience the Loft Gallery and explore local art alongside your favorite café offerings.
