Urban Art Fair Curated by Artsper

Urban Art Fair now presents its 8th edition, as the first international fair dedicated to urban art, created in 2016 by Yannick Boesso. Held in the Halle du Carreau du Temple, in the heart of Paris, the fair brings together some 40 French and international galleries to showcase the work of over 100 artists. Artsper, as an official partner, offers exclusive online access to artworks from the fair’s partner galleries.

I) Danysz Gallery

Mark Jenkins

Mark Jenkins is an American sculptor working on a human scale. Mark Jenkins uses his sculptures to depict seemingly ordinary individuals, perfectly integrated into the urban setting.

In this sculpture, a man dressed in black, wearing a hood and holding a book, is seated. The books piled up beside him are Bibles, creating a striking contrast with the urban context that radiates from him. His concealed face contributes to his anonymity, and the hyper-realism makes his artwork so unobtrusive that it merges with reality.

Sébastien Preschoux

Sébastien Preschoux‘s outstanding precision and geometry bring spatial dimensions to his work.

Inspired by optical art and Bauhaus principles that value manual labor, his artworks appear to be made by a machine.

Icy & Sot

Based in Brooklyn after leaving Iran, brothers Icy and Sot use street art as a means of sharing their political ideas and delivering committed messages. Despite the risks, they are committed to self-expression, even if it has led to arrests in Iran.

This wire sculpture alludes to the movement of an individual. The duplication of the silhouette can be interpreted as a symbol of imprisonment, suggesting that the red figure is trying to escape in several directions at once.

II) H.D Gallery

Rafael Sliks

Brazilian graffiti artist Rafael Sliks is deeply inspired by the study of calligraphy.

His work is marked by interlacing letters and abstractions, blending elements of nature into urban environments. He invites viewers to explore his world of calligraphy, color and texture. His graffitis can be spotted on the streets of São Paulo.

III) Gallery PERAHIA

L’Atlas & Tanc

Iconic artistic duo L’Atlas & Tanc collaborated for a series of artworks to mark 20 years of working together. L’Atlas explores writing and calligraphy in his art, seeking to create a universal pictorial language. Duality is seen as complementary, and this is reflected in his compositions, which often play with the contrast between black and white. Abstract artist Tanc, meanwhile, has been passionately exploring colorful patterns on canvas for over two decades.

Transparent Love combines L’Atlas’s characteristic linear abstraction with Tanc’s colorful nuances.

Hom Nguyen

Hom Nguyen, Parisian artist born in 1972, is self-taught and distinguished by his instinctive, straightforward style. His main focus is portraiture, a genre he has revitalized with talent.
Using a variety of mediums such as charcoal, felt-tip gouache or oil, each canvas aims to reveal the essence of humanity.

Hom Nguyen‘s artistic approach is marked by bold, dynamic strokes and seeks to capture facial expressions and reveal the subject. According to Carl Jung, the social mask is an unconsciously crafted self-image that conforms to society’s expectations. His artworks capture and transcend the complex emotions of the human soul, inviting reflection on what we show, hide and are in essence.

IV) Gallery Barrou Planquart

C215

C215, pseudonym of Christian Guémy was born in France in 1973. He took up stencilling and graffiti in 2006, a passion that has not left him since.

His works often celebrate childhood and highlight marginalized or forgotten subjects, reflecting his humanist commitment. In addition to stencils depicting anonymous people, he explores universal themes such as love and animals, especially cats.

Queen Andrea

Andrea von Bujdoss, known as “Queen Andrea“, is a New York-based artist. Growing up in the heart of Manhattan, she was deeply influenced by the urban landscape from an early age.

Andrea draws her inspiration from urban effervescence, hip-hop and pop culture. Her works captivate with their complex exploration of geometry, color and lettering. Known for her oversized typographic murals, she has participated in major art exhibitions, collaborating with renowned brands and exhibiting worldwide. Her work “VIVE” captures the vibrant energy of urban life through an intense exploration of geometry, color and lettering.

V) Gallery Martine Ehmer

Jef Aérosol

French graffiti artist Jef Aérosol was one of the pioneers of street art in the 1980s, inspired by the emerging hip-hop movement. His stencils, recognizable by their black silhouettes, illuminate building walls across France and Europe.

His painting I am a Man conveys a humanist and poetic message, the posters bearing the slogan “Union Justice Now” address racial discrimination.

VI) Magma Gallery

Francesca Miotto

Francesca Miotto‘s paintings carry us into a timeless world, seeking a link with an ancestral past. In forest landscapes, she takes us away from the monotony of modern life to immerse us in lush nature.

With delicate brushstrokes, her desire for a renewed communion with the Earth manifests itself through her cosmic vision.

VII) Art Bunker Gallery

Kool Koor

Art Bunker Gallery presents a solo show by artist Kool Koor. This American urban art pioneer transforms Brussels landscapes with rich compositions. Kool Koor began his artistic journey in the South Bronx in the 70s, during the thriving era of graffiti. In the 80s, he exhibited his unique works alongside Keith Haring and Jean-Michel Basquiat.

As a visionary, Kool Koor continues to explore his unique style, creating futuristic metropolises. Ikonoklast Panzerism – letter M, with its bright, acidic colors, pays homage to artists such as Gen Atem.

Join us at Carreau du Temple from April 25 to 28. You can also discover the essence of Urban Art Fair thanks to our online art collection available from April 22 to May 5. See you online or at the fair!