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Eclipse by Reine Paradis

March 09, 2025 by Arseny Vesnin in 2025, Art, France, Events, Photography, Portfolios

KÖNIG TELEGRAPHENAMT is pleased to present ECLIPSE, a solo show with new works by French artist Reine Paradis.

Born in 1989 and a graduate of the Gobelins School of Visual Communication in Paris, Reine Paradis has lived and worked in Los Angeles since 2012 – a city of cinema, stories, fantasies, and eternal self-reinvention. It provides the perfect environment for the creation of her works which include photography, painting, film, and sculpture.

Solo show “Eclipse” at “KÖNIG TELEGRAPHENAMT”, Monbijoustraße 13, Berlin: 13 Feb – 15 Mar 2025

Paradis’ process includes several steps, the first of which is the imagination of a scenario. From that vision, she creates a small, collaged maquette on paper. This maquette is used as a blueprint when she scouts for the perfect location to photograph a scene – the scouting process alone can take years. Once a location is found, Paradis designs and creates costumes, props, and her origami-influenced sculptures, which will all be part of the scene. With the help of a partner who shoots the images, Paradis stages herself as the main figure in the work, adding a performative dimension that is essential to her process – “living” the scene allows her to fully transmit her original vision. Unflinching in the face of extreme situations and shielded by a blond wig, she embodies another character as an extension of herself, through which she can experience an alternative life, if only momentarily.

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Editing the photos is a meticulous process completed by Paradis herself, in a game of perspective and depth she projects her world onto ours, changing each individual tone of the image to fit within her minimalist color palette. One usually thinks of photography as a tool to capture reality. We should start from the opposite assumption in the scenes of Reine Paradis. The resulting self-portraits bear witness of her imagination while transporting the viewer into a perfect frame of her world.

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In the same rigorous spirit as her photographic works, Paradis creates paintings that are deeply rooted in memories and places while exploring the simplicity of the language of her surreal universe. Additionally, she transforms some of the origami props from her images into neon-translucent uranium glass sculptures—another dimension to Paradis’ multimedia approach.

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Through the use of these different mediums, Paradis is able to create a world that exists in reality and imagination simultaneously. The use of reflective and transparent materials in her works obscures, reflects, and absorbs light while creating an aurora-like barrier –one that can hide but also illuminate. ECLIPSE, her newest series of works, is an audacious dive into Paradis’ mind, inviting viewers to witness her inexhaustible quest to transcend boundaries.

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The award-winning feature film QUEEN OF PARADIS (Amazon Prime, 2020) follows Paradis on a journey across the United States to complete her previous series MIDNIGHT. The film captures her process from beginning to end in a dramatic adventure that peels the curtain back on how Paradis creates her surreal images. A second feature film, PARADISLAND, which follows the making of the current series ECLIPSE, is set for release in the fall/winter of 2025 for a worldwide theatrical and streaming audience.

@reineparadis
March 09, 2025 /Arseny Vesnin
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2025, Art, France, Events, Photography, Portfolios

Ilya Kazakov - from personal projects to a thriving community

September 16, 2024 by Arseny Vesnin in 2024, Illustration, France, NFT Art, Portfolios, Russia

Ilya Kazakov, a name familiar to our readers, is an illustrator based in Paris, France, whose work we've showcased multiple times. Known for his incredible productivity and a style that's both simple and engaging, Ilya has recently ventured into the world of personal NFT projects. With his unique approach and swift, precise technique, he's created art and built a community of enthusiasts who actively participate in and support his ventures.

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What sets Ilya's projects apart is the level of involvement from his community. From dozens to hundreds, these individuals don't just offer ideas; they become co-creators. Take his latest project, FTCG, for example. Ilya draws each card specifically for the person who requested it, crafting a deeply personal connection and fostering a vibrant sense of community.

On Ilya's private Discord channel, fans can request cards for free using their NFT tokens. These cards are then grouped into sets of five and distributed through fun giveaways. Getting your card involves a mix of luck and patience, often requiring trades to complete your set. Participants describe this process as both enjoyable and thrilling. The third set is underway, with 240 cards already drawn, and the community eagerly awaits the 300th card.

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Ilya thrives on challenges. He's completed multiple Inktobers and the 365 Project, where he drew daily. He has also embraced a new tradition from the crypto community on X (formerly Twitter): the 'GM' (Good Morning) greeting. Inspired by this, Ilya now sketches every morning, each piece reflecting his mood and offering a window into his life through art.

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In wrapping up, Ilya Kazakov's artistic journey continues to enchant and inspire. His talent for storytelling through visuals enhances our world and invites us into a realm of boundless creativity. As we anticipate his upcoming works, we're excited to follow his artistic growth and always ready to be delighted by his next creation. Ilya's art isn't just observed; it's experienced, and we're eager to see where his imagination will take us next.

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September 16, 2024 /Arseny Vesnin
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2024, Illustration, France, NFT Art, Portfolios, Russia

Code artist William Mapan

January 24, 2024 by Arseny Vesnin in 2024, Digital Art, Portfolios, France, NFT Art
It is 2081, and an art student initiates research on the code artists of the century. AI randomly picks William Mapan’s name. “Dragons series of generated art is minted on fx(hash) in 2021.” - wow, they minted artwork before! In a Fx(hash)! A massive holographic gallery now hanging as the ephemeral cube above the great Pacific Data Breach Patch. Let’s dig in!

We are not falling into futuristic stories right now, but imagine this is the truth. Undoubtedly, more studies on Code as Art will appear soon, and more artists’ names will be revealed. William Mapan is defo a shiny gem among them.

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Five years ago, he started creating generative art after realizing that his coding skills could be used to make art. Seeing the innovative works of artists like Vasarely and Vera Molnàr inspired him to explore the potential of using algorithms to create art. This led him to merge his different interests and develop his artistic practice. Engaging in other fields has helped him grow and become more sensitive, thanks to his natural curiosity.

Through the span of his last 4 years in NFT (remember it is equal to 9 normal years) William has been featured through a number of significant exhibitions and auctions including Sotheby’s, Christies, Unit London, Art Blocks and etc. Currently he shares a teaser for his next collaboration with Avant Arte platform.

@williamapan
January 24, 2024 /Arseny Vesnin
JAN
2024, Digital Art, Portfolios, France, NFT Art
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Jérôme "Trëz" Oudot

January 22, 2024 by Arseny Vesnin in Portfolios, France, Art, 2024

Jérôme Oudot Trëz, seamlessly intertwines drawing and digital creation. His artistic journey began digitally, evolving into a successful career as a "Layout artist" for 3D animation films. A transformative 2009 exhibition (Materia Prima Art Factory, France) marked a shift in perspective, revealing the captivating allure of his creations to art enthusiasts.

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Blending traditional and digital mediums, Jérôme digitally reworks paper drawings, creating animated GIFs and limited edition prints. Bridging classical and digital artistry, he masterfully expresses emotion in drawing and a mechanical essence in the digital realm.

Inspired by German expressionists Nicola Samori and Olivier de Sagazan, Jérôme infuses violence and deformation into his work. Influenced by Hans Ruedi Giger and Zdzislaw Beksinski, he combines organic and mechanical elements, reflecting a fear of pain and death. Dave McKean's creative vision further shapes his multifaceted approach.

@Trez_Art
January 22, 2024 /Arseny Vesnin
JAN
Portfolios, France, Art, 2024

CHIROPTERA

November 24, 2023 by Arseny Vesnin in 2023, France, Motioncollector

The Paris Opera enlisted JR to transform the Palais Garnier's facade, setting the stage for an unprecedented performance choreographed by Damien Jalet to Thomas Bangalter's music (ex Daft Punk).

153 dancers took the stage or let’s say, each of the “pixels” of the facade grid, performing their enduring commitment to creativity and dance. They wore costumes designed by CHANEL during the show, including a custom outfit for Étoile dancer Amandine Albisson.

November 24, 2023 /Arseny Vesnin
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2023, France, Motioncollector
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David's Bayo thousands of dots

July 29, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Art, Illustration, France, Portfolios
@davidbayo_art

French self-taught artist David Bayo is based in Strasbourg and specialised in highly detailed drawings rendered in ink, mostly using the Stippling technique. It is a drawing technique in which areas of light and shadow are created using nothing but dots. Painstakingly and meticulously!

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July 29, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin
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2021, Art, Illustration, France, Portfolios
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Alexis Olin illustration

July 22, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Art, France, Illustration, NFT Art, Portfolios
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Numerous visits to France since 1995 had a huge impact on Alexis Olin's art. Since then, painting, music, photography, and fashion have become connected in all the projects to which he relates. Despite the variety of activities, brushes with canvas and computer with digital pen remain a priority. The seven-year edition of the K9 comic book magazine and the fascination with the Franco-Belgian School of graphic novels form the basis for writing paintings and illustrations. Later, the work of the Renaissance, as well as contemporary artists from Europe and Asia, became the inspiration. Creating the Métrique brand gives the ability to constantly display his paintings on clothing fabrics, using them as canvases, thus taking the work outside the walls of the studio and gallery. An approach to all activities like NFT art is the key to Alexis.

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July 22, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin
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2021, Art, France, Illustration, NFT Art, Portfolios
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Olivier Caron

July 07, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Digital Art, France, NFT Art, Portfolios
@geometry_in_motion

Olivier Caron is a freelance director and motion designer who is based in Paris, busy creating outstanding characters filling the digital void of screen nature

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July 07, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin
JUL
2021, Digital Art, France, NFT Art, Portfolios
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Cyril Lancelin

June 03, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Art, Digital Art, Portfolios, France, USA
@town.and.concrete

Cyril Lancelin develops a hybrid work made up of sculptures, immersive installations, drawings, virtual experiences and videos that forge links between the physical and the fictional.

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It is from a plastic vocabulary based on primitive geometry that he links architecture and the human body, the everyday and the functional, the perennial and the ephemeral, science and nature.

He began his career working for architects and artists in Paris and Los Angeles, using 3D modeling techniques and virtual images that he developed in the 1990s.

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June 03, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin
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2021, Art, Digital Art, Portfolios, France, USA
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SKIO

March 25, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Art, France, Portfolios, Street Art
@skio1

Skio produced his first graffiti in 1993 in the Nice region. Favouring vandal lettering in his early days, then sliding towards a figurative and romantic universe stemming from his pop and television culture, the artist brings his know how towards a singular art that mixes geometric shapes and realistic representations.

Questioning our presence in the urban space, he is particularly inspired by the Bauhaus and artists such as Chirico, Magritte and even Dali. Skio has created his own universe by exploiting his experience and his mastery of techniques, including spray paint, brush and airbrush.

Represented by Galerie Goldshteyn-Saatort @goldshteyn_saatort_gallery

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March 25, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin
MAR
2021, Art, France, Portfolios, Street Art

Street artist JR reveals "The Wound" in Florence

March 22, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Art, Street Art, Italy, France
@jr

One of the world's most famous contemporary artists JR reveals his new piece of artwork on the façade of the Palazzo Strozzi in Florence. Symbolically entitled "The Wound," it is a reflection on the current and profound difficulties faced by the arts sector in a time of government-mandated restrictions on cultural activities due to Covid-19.

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March 22, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin
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2021, Art, Street Art, Italy, France
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2021 Citroen Ami

March 12, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Cars, Design, France

Long time no cars? Sustainable cars indeed. Here is a new drop from Citroen - the Ami is a tiny electric quadricycle with a chic of a Frenchman. We love it as it has a feeling of gendarme Ludovic Cruchot in it chasing crypto artists on the run.

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March 12, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin
MAR
2021, Cars, Design, France
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Hugo Fournier

January 21, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Digital Art, France, Portfolios
@hugo.fournier

Paris-based CG artist Hugo Fournier loves using colours in his projects, combined matters with minimalistic look.

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January 21, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin
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2021, Digital Art, France, Portfolios

Art of Jung-Yeon Min

January 04, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Art, France, Portfolios

“Paris-based artist Jung-Yeon Min paints fantastic, dreamlike landscapes that are both beautiful and intriguingly grotesque. Playing with form, space, perspective, and scale, the Korean-born artist uses acrylic on canvas to create surreal scenes filled with warped expanses of land, towering organic life, and fleshy appendages that sprawl and twine like vines or tentacles. Min's paintings, which blend Western and Eastern aesthetics, invite the viewer to explore a world as alluring as it is frightening.”

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January 04, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin
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2021, Art, France, Portfolios
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Celine Chouvenc paper art

December 22, 2020 by Arseny Vesnin in 2020, Art, France, Portfolios, Sculpture
@celinechouvenc

Celine Chouvenc is a French contemporary artists working in papier-mâché techniques. She is focusing on sculpting enigmatic portraits of woman and revealing a supernatural power in each of them.

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December 22, 2020 /Arseny Vesnin
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2020, Art, France, Portfolios, Sculpture
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Griz EP Covers by Alycia Rainaud and Dorian Legret

December 17, 2020 by Arseny Vesnin in 2020, Digital Art, Portfolios, France
@maalavidaa
@dorianlegret

If you are not following how digital art becoming a thing nowadays by landing on the NFT crypto-platforms, you better follow our friends and participants of Digital Decade Alycia Rainaud and Dorian Legret. For now just check their awesome collaboration on music covers for GRiZ

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December 17, 2020 /Arseny Vesnin
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2020, Digital Art, Portfolios, France
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Eric Lefaure Animations

September 30, 2020 by Arseny Vesnin in 2020, France, Portfolios, Graphic Design

2D animator Eric Lefaure creates looped amorphous shorts that endlessly mesmerise the viewer with a hypnotic effect

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September 30, 2020 /Arseny Vesnin
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2020, France, Portfolios, Graphic Design
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Endless by Juliette Clovis

September 20, 2020 by Arseny Vesnin in Art, Portfolios, France, Sculpture

French artist Juliette Clovis (@julietteclovis) released a new series of ceramic sculptures called "Endless", with "Samsara", "Black Knot" accompanied by "Manis Tetradactyla" on the view at Gent Design Museum in Belgium among their curated exhibition Kleureyck: Van Eyck’s Colours in Design, curated by Sigrid Demyttenaere (@designmuseumgent). Another work "Ananta" -  is currently exhibited in Four des Casseaux Museum Limoges in France among their curated exhibition Magie Noire  (@fourdescasseaux)

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September 20, 2020 /Arseny Vesnin
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Art, Portfolios, France, Sculpture

Élise Rigollet

September 17, 2020 by Arseny Vesnin in 2020, Portfolios, Graphic Design, France

Élise Rigollet is a Paris-based freelance graphic designer working with both studios and clients direct. After receiving her Graphic Design Masters at École Nationale des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, Rigollet interned and lived in different cities like Glasgow and Berlin before eventually returning to Paris in 2019

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September 17, 2020 /Arseny Vesnin /Source
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2020, Portfolios, Graphic Design, France
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Akatre Studio

July 24, 2020 by Arseny Vesnin in 2020, Agencies, Fashion, Graphic Design, Photography, Portfolios, France

Akatre is a creative studio founded in 2007, in Paris, by Valentin Abad, Julien Dhivert and Sébastien Riveron. The trio works and expresses themselves in graphic design, photography, typography, video, artistic installation and musical creation for institutions in art, cultural, fashion, media and luxury. 

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@akatrestudio
July 24, 2020 /Arseny Vesnin
JUL
2020, Agencies, Fashion, Graphic Design, Photography, Portfolios, France
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