French artist Lyonel Thouvenot, aka Lyo, creates dense, hypnotic works born from a confluence of primitive, classical, and urban influences. His creative practice draws heavily on the "power, vibration, and narrative" of African masks and fetishes, which he combines with the gestural poetry of artists like Cy Twombly and the raw energy of Jean-Michel Basquiat.
Thouvenot's canvases are fields of tension and freedom, saturated with signs, spontaneous gestures, and automatic writing. He deliberately builds up layers of vibrant, contrasting colors, creating a magnetic chaos that finds its own powerful balance. His background as a creative director for international brands is evident in his masterful use of powerful imagery and visual storytelling.
In the tradition of Art Brut, Thouvenot delves into the archaic and instinctive to deliver the inexpressible. His paintings are a compelling visual exploration of inner tensions and spiritual memory, inviting the viewer to engage with a saturated and ritualistic visual language.
Instagram: @art.lyo360
Website: https://art.lyo360.com
French artist Lyonel Thouvenot, aka Lyo, creates dense, hypnotic works born from a confluence of primitive, classical, and urban influences. His creative practice draws heavily on the "power, vibration, and narrative" of African masks and fetishes, which he combines with the gestural poetry of artists like Cy Twombly and the raw energy of Jean-Michel Basquiat.
Thouvenot's canvases are fields of tension and freedom, saturated with signs, spontaneous gestures, and automatic writing. He deliberately builds up layers of vibrant, contrasting colors, creating a magnetic chaos that finds its own powerful balance. His background as a creative director for international brands is evident in his masterful use of powerful imagery and visual storytelling.
In the tradition of Art Brut, Thouvenot delves into the archaic and instinctive to deliver the inexpressible. His paintings are a compelling visual exploration of inner tensions and spiritual memory, inviting the viewer to engage with a saturated and ritualistic visual language.
Instagram: @art.lyo360
Website: https://art.lyo360.com
