Sculpture 

Artigas Planas is a Spanish sculptor who was born in 1960 and graduated in Fine Arts in 1985. For many years he was a teacher at the Barcelona College of Art and an artist. Today, he is retired from teaching and devotes himself solely to sculpture. His figures glide, dream, look, listen, rest or cry, but never fall from their pedestals. The 'woman' is reproduced ad infinitum, because she is infinity, the artist tells us. Artigas Planas gives her pride of place, combining colours ranging from blue-green to black. For the artist, composition is not limited to bronze, it goes beyond that and occupies a wider space in his universe. Artigas Planas situates his work in space, in the material, by creating pedestals in corten or metal with a rusty patina, sometimes imposing but always harmonious. From wall sculptures to pedestals, the artist never tires of creating.
Artigas Planas has been included in numerous collections, and continues to have a presence in Spain, as well as in Denmark, Norway, Germany, Belgium and France.

The artist created a monumental sculpture for the town of Talence, which can be seen at the entrance to the new Halles, see the sculpture.

Artigas Planas : The gallery's words

A few years ago, I was facing Joan's sculptures at a show in Nîmes. Seeing that my eyes did not leave his stand, the gallerist who represented him came to talk to me about his work and offered me to introduce me the artist who was to come on the show. It only took us a few minutes to establish this bond of trust that characterizes our relationship. Since 2012 Joan's "little ladies" live in the gallery and make the happiness of our customers. A beautiful recognition for this artist who will see in 2018 one of his sculptures, represent the city of Talence through "City envy". His monumental sculpture will welcome you at Les Halles de Talence (33).

Patrick BERTHAUD is passionate about sculpture from an early age. He was received as a Companion Sculptor on Stone in 1998 and worked on cathedral sites, a great experience that continued to fuel his passion for sculpture. His various experiences lead him to master many materials such as bronze, resins, stone and terracotta. Patrick Berthaud continued in this direction and created his workshop in 2001.
The artist then made many public commissions but also reserved time for his creation and for training, former Companion he kept in him the importance of transmission.
Patrick Berthaud's artistic universe revolves around his questions about human nature, its strengths, weaknesses, emotions and limits. Works that carry messages. A recent work on the series "Les Labyrinthes" reveals all the mastery and power of the artist.

Patrick Berhaud : The gallery's words

Patrick Berthaud was traveling to Bordeaux when he came to visit the Gallery. He felt in harmony in the artistic universe that we represented and discussed with Juliette a possible collaboration. My first meeting with the artist was his portfolio that he gave us.When I discovered "Contact", the crush was immediate. From this sculpture emanates a surprising power that freezes the moment. Patrick Berthaud realizes many monumental sculptures, he masters his art without losing emotion and sensitivity. After a few exchanges, we agreed together on a first introduction of his works in the gallery.

 

The gallery's words

A human encounter of extreme generosity, just like the artist's work. The works and the artist are rooted in life, the earth and nature. Claude is sincere and attentive, respecting both the material and the character that comes to life in his hands. He magnifies the rock, inviting it to reveal its deepest secrets.

Pascal Borghi : The words of the gallery

Val Carr-Ortolan : The gallery’s words

Awards :
-Rosini Award, Snaa Bry sur Marne 2013 -
-Wildlife Artist Of the Year Award, David Shepherd Foundation 2014
- Silver Medal, Salon des ---Artistes Français, Art Capital 2014
-Estades Award, Snaee Bry sur Marne 2015
-Taylor Foundation Award, Salon des Artistes Français, Art Capital 2015

The gallery's Words 

I have known Pascal Chesneau's work for several years, I like his agility, his magician's hands which, from a hard and opaque material, manage to sketch a light and fragile silhouette, to enhance the power and fragility of animal species. It is with great pleasure that he joins the artists of the gallery.

Born in 1988, Fabian Delberghe embodies the essence of an artistic journey shaped by the diversity of his experiences and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Before achieving the artistic renown he enjoys today, Fabian built his foundation through unique life stages: professional sports, the artisanal discipline of working alongside Compagnons du Devoir in cabinetmaking, and mastering second-fix trades. These varied experiences instilled in him precision, patience, and respect for materials—essential qualities in becoming the accomplished artist he is today.

Early on, Fabian made his mark in the field of renovation and the design of architectural rehabilitation projects. His clients saw in him not only a talented artist but also a trusted advisor, capable of understanding their needs to shape spaces that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Passionate about architecture, sculpture, and aesthetics, he understood the importance of living in a harmonious environment. At just 24, he founded his own company, quickly moving into luxury projects. This company became the breeding ground for his creativity, allowing him to experiment and refine his work with materials like wood and plaster.

It was during a project at a client’s home that Fabian encountered an artistic revelation: faced with a tree, he felt a creative impulse, a desire to transform and transcend the material. He began sculpting, reassembling, and creating curves, giving birth to his first artwork, which was soon exhibited. This moment marked a turning point in his career. In 2023, following this new path, Fabian created his first puzzle piece—an artwork rich in symbolism. For him, the puzzle represents society and the place each individual must find within it. Each piece is unique, like each human being, and the ultimate purpose of existence is to discover one’s rightful place within this complex whole. Through these puzzle works, Fabian explores universal themes such as human relationships, life in society, and complementarity, and he speaks of "assembling life paths."

Fabian chose plaster as his preferred material, paying homage to the nobility of historical works like the rosettes that adorn monuments. Plaster offers him an ideal playground for exploring shapes, focusing on details, and meeting the high standards he sets for himself. Locked away in his studio, he dedicates himself to his craft, constantly perfecting his techniques. After numerous trials, he discovered reverse metal paint, a medium that enhances transparency and enriches his works with an almost mystical dimension. Each creation thus becomes a technical and artistic challenge, a play of shapes and textures where ideas endlessly flow.

Today, Fabian Delberghe is recognized for his ability to fuse traditional craftsmanship with contemporary creativity, producing works that resonate with depth and complexity. His art invites us to reflect on the individual’s place in society and the harmony that each of us, in our own way, seeks to attain.

Words from the Gallery about Fabian Delberghe

I discovered Fabian’s work through a friend, and I immediately noticed his overflowing creativity and the profound emotions hidden beneath his very contemporary pieces. I then reached out to Fabian, who came to meet me for an introduction. Fabian Delberghe is a real powerhouse; ideas flow, projects abound, and his passion is palpable. His direct approach and enthusiasm made me eager to support him, and we quickly incorporated his sculptures into the gallery.

Born in 1959 in Etterbeek, Chantal de Sutter has been attracted by art since she was young. Her encounter with her future husband, Robert de Sutter, will be a decisive event in her life. Both of them being passionate by sculpture, they created an art foundry and craft the lost wax works of other artists. There was only a few step to go before working on their artistic creations. Chantal has explored very different universes letting her imagination wonder into childhood but also to women and their femininity. Her work has been so successful that the artist has not been able to continue her work of foundry and after 20 years to oscillate between foundry and workshop, Chantal has been exclusively devoted to her artistic creations. Present in the largest gallery the artist enjoys a good reputation.

Chantal de Sutter : The words of the gallery

At first I discovered her childish universe, with colorful balloons, children pointing their noses to the sky, horses straight out of the imagination. Chantal created a magical atmosphere that attracted attention. Then I discovered over the years new artworks equally interesting, characters, slender, refined and sensitive, which highlight femininity and elegance.

Robert De Sutter, Belgian sculptor born in 1957 in Forest, son of Clement De Sutter jewelrt designer and founder lost wax and small son of the painter Ernest De Sutter, inevitably fell into the world of art. He studied arts and crafts in Brussels in the 70s and refines its training alongside great artists like Rick Poot, Jef Vanturenhout, Pierre Caille, Olivier Leloux...and working different materials : bronze, stone, earth and wax.

In 19777 he met Chantal De Block and both cdreate a foundry lost wax in which they perform the bronze works of many artists. After 20 years of experience as founders, they decide not to devote more than to their own creations. Stylish and refined, the caracters of Robert displayed great restraint. The bronze stretchand settle in breaks of rare elegance where the line and the curve play an essential role, wearing shell, ostrich egg, colored ceramic that cannot fail to emphasize the intrinsic beauty of his work.

Robert de Sutter : The gallery's words

The work of the artist was presented to us by an artist's agent. I was immediately seduced by Robert's "unreal" universe. Figures with simplified silhouettes, simple attitudes, bodies in conversation. The bronze and ceramic alliance brings softness and serenity, an atypical universe that we wanted to share with our collectors.

The human being is the main subject of Elisabeth Dupin-Sjöstedt's work. This slender bodies, with suggerated shapes, are in a moving position or static. Their detailed faces reveals a mysterious personnality.

The artist transports us in different times, past or future, real or fantasized.

Clay, faience or sandstone, allors the artist to give life to the characters. Fabric, wood, or even sand are sometimes mixed with the clay. The artist lives in the Val de Marne, in France, and studied at the famous Ecole du Louvre, in Paris. She has won numerous awards. Elisabeth proposes a walk through singular worlds, and makes us want to imagine new ones, populated by her mystical creations.

« How to deal with our world, if it’s not with the body we live in. Thanks to it, we can see, feel and find out this multiple and magical universe. The faces and the characters I create in clay allows me to explore even more the material but also its essence. While I work on a face, I expect somone to appear. Whenever ot occurs, the spirit and the material get then mixed together, that’s when it makes sense.

Here’s the duality I try every time to define and reunite.

Through this quest, lots of faces and characters come out./ We can’t say wich counrty, which erat hey belong to. But what they have in common is this mysterious humanity, endlessly moveing and animated by the invisible. » Elisabeth Dupin-Sjöstedt

Elisabeth Dupin-Sjöstedt : The gallery's words

We often look for new artists, but they sometimes show up to us. Elisabeth Dupin Sjöstedt came to the gallery during a stay in Bordeaux. She felt in her environment and spent time discovering the work of other artists. After a few exchanges she introduced me to her work. Not only did I really appreciate the person, but the discovery of the work was just as interesting. The decision to work together was obvious. Elisabeth has a very sweet universe, in which we feel good immediately. Faces, couples, made of porcelain, express a great delicacy. Elisabeth has brought a touch of sweetness to the gallery and it is always with great pleasure that we discover her new works.

Béatrice Fernando first studied art history before dedicating herself to sculpture. Working the material seems to be a vital need for her, as she gives life to her creations.

Her works are made of a unique material, melting sand, ceramic and sandstone. it allows her to create slender silhouettes with expressive facial features and a raw look. Béatrice poses on the mankind her piercing eye, probing deep inside every human being. Well represented on the market, she exhibited in several renowm locations, including one of parisian's most prestigious gallery, on boulevard Saint germain.
She received the bronze medal of Arts, sciences, and Letters in Paris in June 2010. In 2011, she won the gold medal at the 13th international salon of Pezenas.

Béatrice Fernando : The gallery's words

Beatrice Fernando introduced me to her world several years ago. Back then, I had already been fascinated by her work that revolved around bullfighting. In 2016 I crossed it on an art show with new subjects that corresponded more to our artistic orientations. Reserved and friendly, Beatrice has accepted our collaboration proposal and since we are pleased to represent her work. Beatrice has her own world but also a technique developed, a material of her composition. Her sculptures have an incredible presence that can sometimes be disturbing. Beatrice is one of those sculptors who do not leave anyone indifferent.

Born in 1975, Bérénice Fourmy has always been drawn to art. As a child, she recalls being intrigued by the sacred medieval paintings in the small church of her village; she was mesmerized by them. It was only natural, then, that a few years later, she chose to pursue studies in Art History, specializing in medieval wall paintings. In 2002, she published a book titled "Seeing and Believing: Medieval Wall Paintings in Touraine."
Very hands-on, Bérénice enjoys working with stone and any materials she has at her disposal. So, it was only natural for her to simultaneously take evening classes in a ceramics workshop in Touraine and then in the Vosges.
Gradually, clay began to take up more and more space in her daily life until she fully devoted herself to it in 2008. At first, faces emerged amidst other materials. Bérénice enjoys combining clay with other substances; they enrich and elevate each other while maintaining the sobriety and purity of the sacred images that nourished the artist in her youth. The softness of the lines and subjects reflects a desire to capture the essence; the color palette is restricted, with clay predominating, and the message emerges. Recently, bodies have taken shape, supporting the unique expression of faces marked by astonishment; they perch on supports in perfect harmony with the characters, adding even more lightness. Bérénice Fourmy's sculptures are enhanced by the combination of different materials and a simple wax patina, foregoing glaze to return to the truth of bare clay.
Influenced by her stay in Tahiti for a few years, Bérénice now enriches her works with elements of nature provided by the islands (coconuts, shells, corals...), always ensuring to maintain the simplicity and authenticity of these characters.

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Bérénice Fourmy : The gallery's words:

Bérénice contacted me in early 2024 to present her work. Initially, I discovered the photos attached to the email, and it was love at first sight. I appreciated the simplicity, the earth kept in its natural state, the monochrome palette without any frills, and the underlying questioning. These little characters perched above a world full of questions sometimes seemed surprised, other times amazed, or even worried, but always enveloped in great gentleness and benevolence. We then spoke directly, and I appreciated the energy emanating from the artist; her work reflected her. I am delighted to share with you this lovely find that undoubtedly will also stir your emotions.

Designer, technoplastician, Bertrand Gregoire graduated from the School of Fine Arts in Toulouse, began his career by creating the design agency I.D.forme. He won the Gold award for the Medical Design Excellence Awards of New York in 2008.
Through a subtle contemporary blend of Pop'art and 3D pixelation, the artist proposes here a series of antagonistic busts, opposing their two facial halves, as much by their definitions and their materials, as by their textures and colors.
In this new series he addresses various iconic inspirations, themes that are dear to him; Prehistoric Venus, ancient deities, vanities, while revisiting bestiary registers and other figures of comics and cartoons ...
The artist takes us into a sensitive universe; from the deep blackness of an abrupt matrix to the brilliant brilliancy of the rhinestones, from the implacable modernity of the cube Shape to the sensitivity of the classical volutes gilded with the leaf, as to better express the ambivalence which resides in each of our complex personalities.
So many faces that seem to emanate from their original mold, emerging figures of their concepts, passing from a pixilated virtual sketch to their very real expressiveness.
At the time of the 3D printer and all digital, even though the artist is inspired by it as a postulate of departure, the bill of his works on the other hand, is not less artisanal, in the tradition of modeling and resin cast in his studio, in very limited series, which makes them exceptional pieces.
While conventional sculpture strives to "show" and contemporary art only "demonstrates", the artist's work is part of a contemporary approach, while confirming his deep love for the material.

Bertrand Grégoire : The words of the gallery

Bertrand Grégoire came to present his works in 2012 at the gallery. In line with the ready-made, the artist combined recovery and creation, mixing techniques of diversion and foundry where mechanical parts and spent cans rub shoulders. It was a blow of heart, a really unusual work that we immediately presented in gallery and which was a great success.
Still in research and perfectionist, Bertrand announced a new job that I waited impatiently without knowing what to expect. The surprise was there again and without hesitation I decided to present it to you. Bertrand Grégoire takes a real pleasure in searching, designing, creating this new work shows yet another side of his artistic creation no doubt we will still have good surprises.

Initially a vital attraction for the earth. As a farmer's daughter, born in the country, Anne Guerrin has been touching it since she was a child, touching it , breathing it, triturating, a vital need that has never ceased to inhabit her. After several moves it is in the beautiful setting of the natural park of Upper Languedoc, where the natural elements express their strength and are conducive to creation that she decided to settle and install her studio.
The "Sages" are universal beings who have gone through time, there is in them something that is of the order of ancestral memory. They are born from the path of a life, an interest in the sacred, this one mani-festing itself in several forms, rites, symbols, myths, readings ... the observation of the man placed at the center of everything. Those who wear skirts or dresses around the world and who attract his attention are religious but also some butoh dancers.

Anne Guerrin : The words of the gallery

I met Anne in 2014, she had commitments that did not allow us, at that time, to collaborate. At the end of 2019 the artist, freed from her commitments, gets back in touch with a work that asserts itself, even more charismatic characters, a universe that seduces me.
The works speak of breaks, spirituality, transversality, an approach that seduces me.

Biography of Hellen Halftermeyer: Innovative Sculptor and Painter

Discover Hellen Halftermeyer, a Talented Artist in Wire Sculpture and Painting

Hellen Halftermeyer is a versatile and innovative artist, renowned for her captivating wire sculptures and her prowess in painting. Her unique sculptural works invite us to explore shapes and volumes that are not immediately apparent to the eye. It is only by hanging or mounting her sculptures on the wall that their true essence takes shape, offering a new perspective and dimension to the surrounding space.

Art That Invites Reflection

Hellen Halftermeyer's wire sculptures stand out for their ability to engage the viewer in active visual interaction. Each piece, crafted with meticulous precision, projects shadows and forms that invite discovery and personal interpretation, thus enriching the artistic experience. Her expressive work is a natural extension of her established painting career, where she has always sought to push the boundaries of traditional mediums.

A Rich and Diverse Artistic Career

Before making her mark in the world of wire sculpture, Hellen Halftermeyer gained a solid reputation as a painter. Her transition to sculpture was driven by a desire to explore new forms of expression and to manifest her creative ideas in three-dimensional space. Her sculptures and paintings are present in several private and public collections, and she has been recognized in numerous art fairs and international exhibitions.

Contributions and Recognitions

In addition to her artistic achievements, Hellen Halftermeyer is actively involved in the artistic community, sharing her expertise with young artists and participating in collaborative projects aimed at promoting art and creativity. Her commitment to art extends beyond her own creations; she is also a staunch supporter of initiatives that facilitate access to art for everyone.

Visit the Gallery for More Discoveries

To discover the fascinating works of Hellen Halftermeyer, we invite you to visit our online gallery where you can explore her complete collection of wire sculptures and paintings. Each work is an invitation to rethink the way we perceive art and the space around us.

Giorgio Laveri, is an Italian artist already present in many museums, a consecration of more than 45 years of artistic life. Giorgio was born in 1950 in Savona. Actor, assistant director, stage assistant, director, he directed his first film in 1978. Giorgio Laveri is a passionate person who has always given without counting. Generous, the human remains his priority. Very young he discovered ceramics by one of the masters of the discipline: Lucio Fontana who introduced him to what would become his great passion.
Giorgio has a magnificent memory of this period of his life, following in the footsteps of the great masters, feeding on them and paying tribute to them, nothing more beautiful for the artist.
Giorgio remained the multidisciplinary artist of his early days, linking cinema, theatre, painting and ceramics. Since 1974 he has written and directed 11 films and more than 19 plays, including the "Mariage Bet", winner of the Critics' Prize at the "Cinema at Home" of the Rome Film Festival.
In 1990, he went further in his research by creating his first play on the theme "Ceramics - Light - Movement", in which "actors and ceramics interact on stage to create a luminous choreography".
In 1993, he joined the French group Art mobil with whom he planned a series of events in Italy and France, such as the signing with Patrick Moya and Véronique Champollion of the Manifesto of the Mediterranean Artistic Movement, always in evolution.
In 1996, he founded the Department of Mental Health of Genoa, "II Giardino del Mago" with whom he produced a series of works related to theatre and experimental cinema.
In total, there are more than 200 events organized between cinema, theatre, shows and exhibitions.
In 2017 Italy pays tribute to him with an exhibition of exceptional scope.

Giorgio Laveri : The gallery's words

I discovered "The lipstick" of Giorgio on a show in Paris in 2012, This remarkable work, hid an artist of great sensitivity to the atypical course. I met Giogio a few hours later on the stand and left with his works. This confidence given spontaneously touched me a lot. A few years have allowed us to know each other better and to find as much pleasure working together. Giorgio offers contemporary works, objects of life that take meaning and life in his hands.

2022, exibition

Mirogi practiced as a physiotherapist and osteopath, which allowed her to perfect her knowledge of anatomy. An incredible combination of circumstances would change her career path when she discovered Annick Aublet's studio in 1999. Mirogi then worked days and nights to record years of experience as a physiotherapist. The body, she controls it, she just has to let go of her perception of femininity.
The artist works from living models in the studio and is accustomed to finishing the pieces at home, especially the hands and faces that require a lot of attention to detail.
Mirogi creates finished works where the patinas perfectly reflect the play of light on the bodies. Mirogi is an artist with an assertive style, exhibited in the most prestigious galleries. Many of her bronzes have been included in beautiful collections in France and abroad.

Mirogi : The gallery's words

Mirogi's sculptures were presented to me by an artist's agent. In addition to the aesthetic aspect of his work, I appreciated the postures and the knowledge of the body. Mirogi's works are timeless, we fully feel the femininity of her subjects and their fragility.

Philippe Sutter : The gallery's words