Philippe Decrauzat

Philippe Decrauzat stands at the forefront of the new wave of optical and kinetic artists.

Philippe Decrauzat's Art Style

Philippe Decrauzat's diverse body of work spans murals, sculptures, installations, site-specific pieces, and audiovisual creations, all stemming from a thoughtful examination of the historical significance of these techniques within the broader landscape of art history.

In his artistic endeavors, Decrauzat explores concepts related to the avant-garde movements of the early twentieth century, addressing Russian Constructivism, Kinetic Art, and Minimalism. Through his creative process, he endeavors to foster interactive experiences that invite dialogue with viewers and enliven the public's perception. Decrauzat achieves this by manipulating lines, planes, solids, and sounds within his work.

Decrauzat undertakes a reassessment of our contemporary heritage, drawing upon methodologies and theories prevalent in the realms of pop culture, architecture, graphic design, experimental cinema, and science fiction. However, rather than straightforward appropriation, he opts for subtle references, extracting underlying themes and forms inherent to these mediums' visual and spatial attributes. At the core of his practice lies an exploration of modern modes of perception. Beyond the optic logic of modernism, the artist interrogates the eye itself as an instrument, rekindling insights into the mechanics of vision often overlooked in contemporary artistic discourse.

Exhibitions of Decrauzat's Works

Philippe Decrauzat has exhibited his work extensively with solo and group shows held at prominent galleries and cultural institutions.

His solo exhibitions include "Still (Time Stands)" at Le Portique Centre Regional d’Art Contemporain du Havre in Le Havre (2021), "Replica" at Blueproject Foundation in Barcelona (2019), "Circulation" at Nara Roesler in São Paulo (2019), "Pièce Unique III" at Mehdi Chouakri in Berlin (2019), and "Double Exposure" at Praz-Delavallade in Los Angeles (2019). 

Decrauzat's works have been featured in numerous group shows held at various venues worldwide, including Centre Régional d’Art Contemporain in Montbéeliard, A Arte Invernizzi in Milan, Ginza Maison Hermès in Tokyo, Galerie Lange + Pult in Zurich,  Fondation CAB in Brussels, Galerie Xippas in Geneve, among others.