In the current time when digital reigns, I find a sweet nostalgia in the simplicity of the sketch. The latter, often forgotten and relegated in the shade of the great works of art, nevertheless retains an undeniable charm. Isn't his discretion a reflection of his strength? Doesn't its absence in the abstract emphasize its crucial importance? Let me guide you towards the rediscovery of this medium so precious for any artist: the sketch.

Today, I would like to share with you one of my works that is particularly close to my heart: “Grain de Beauté”. By creating this painting, I wanted to capture a moment of tranquility and contemplation, by choosing a high angle view of my wife sitting on the edge of Lake Annecy and about to jump into the water for her moment swimming favorite.

I have known this procedure for many years and I still take great pleasure in contemplating its ritual. Very often, I make a quick sketch of his preliminary postures. This is also the case for the work “Backless” that I painted after this one, moving slightly to the right.

Very honored to be included in this selection, I really appreciated the initial philosophy of this event. Indeed, a collective exhibition is organized within this village for a period of 4 days and which ends with an auction. The conditions required to access this event as an artist are simple and respectful. Furthermore, the objective of the auction is to be able to raise funds for a local cultural association.

I am a contemporary figurative artist and my work diversifies with different mediums. In painting, I like oil and acrylic, with an inclination towards acrylic due to my attachment to the sketching spirit. In drawing, I like to work with a pen, Indian ink, charcoal, black chalk and red chalk.

Having received training as an architect, this practice guided my artistic research towards human posture. My work aims to explore and echo posture, ergonomics, the space concerned and the format of the canvas.