During three years spent in Varkala (Kerala, South India), Veronique developed a frienship with the painter René Laubies (1922-2005). René was conferred the title of Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres, member of the artist group Support Surface in the 60's
"I am very happy to find South India in Veroniques paintings; the light of the yards and of the walls are very well portrayed along with the atmosphere of our dear shared country: South India and Kerala."
- René Laubies