Stéphane Braud
Stéphane Braud, hailed as the "Sinner of Blue," is globally renowned for his mastery of underwater painting. Employing acrylic and natural pigments on metal, Braud's compositions offer a vivid immersion into his universe.
Born in Libourne in 1955, Braud began painting at the age of 19 and embarked on journeys to Norway, Germany, and Tunisia, where he discovered his initial source of inspiration. Self-taught, his preferred technique at the time was watercolor on the spot.
Since 1974, Braud has extensively traveled across Africa, spending over two decades researching and capturing the atmosphere of the Maghreb. It was during his time walking the vibrant alleyways of the Marrakesh medina in Morocco that he found the inspiration for his latest concept. Creating unique pieces that are presented on metal and composed of acrylic and natural pigments. These works emit a raw realism with vibrant colors, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in his universe.
A distinctive aspect of Braud's artistic approach is his original composition concept. He creates works with identical dimensions (35 × 35 cm), which can be arranged as single and unique wall panels. This method allows for various configurations, offering viewers the freedom to create personalized displays. The artworks often feature representations of colorful paint buckets, offering a joyful immersion into expressive pigments and bold compositions.
Now residing in Marrakech, Stéphane Braud exhibits his works worldwide.
