Physically, his work is a mixture of painting, sculpture and collage, giving rise to a metaphorical result which evokes suffering as much as transcendence, construction as much as deconstruction.

His work lies at the intersection of figuration and abstraction. Inspired by and interpreting artistic movements such as action painting, expressionism and impressionism, the artist focuses on the emotions of the subjects depicted, thus confronting the calm and chaos that surround the subject and its environment. It is his way of paying tribute to the human capacity for resilience in the face of contemporary economic, socio-political and environmental problems.

Fragment

This research and artistic creation residency project aims to explore the intersections between classical European art, Christian iconography and African art, in the context of a contemporary reinterpretation. Drawing on the roots of African cultural heritage and using a multidisciplinary approach, I aim to create a new representation of the Madonna, featuring a black woman as the central figure.

Matrilinéaire

Mars is an invitation to visual meditation on the nuances and challenges of human existence. By prompting the viewer to reflect deeply, the project aims to raise awareness and build resilience in the face of the crucial issues of our time.

The chaotic yet dynamic aesthetic of this project is inspired by the natural principles of space, while resonating with the tumultuous urban context of Kinshasa, the artist's hometown. Creative process Upcycling transports us into a universe oscillating between construction and deconstruction, elaborated from everyday elements found in my studio (garbage, debris, magazine pages, etc.).

Julien Kandolo