Opening Night à l'Atelier
The paintbrush, this ancient tool of creation, has been turned into the subject of the art
"Most people express themselves with words, I express myself with colours and curves. Overcoming dyslexia, I spent over thirty years experimenting with various mediums until I found my voice in this form of expression. I like to communicate through vivid colors and expressive curves, bypassing conventional words.'The Curvism,' a movement that I invented and that I continue to evolve and expand."
Quentin Desmit
In the presence of Belgian Ambassador
His Excellency, Antoine Delcourt, Ambassador of Belgium in the UAE, graced this exclusive preview held at Desmit's studio with his presence as the distinguished Guest of Honour, showing his support for Desmit's rise in the art world.
Featuring Quentin Desmit - October, 24, 2023 - Artist's Atelier, Dubai
.Fantasia
Opening the doors to his private space, Quentin Desmit granted us a unique glimpse into his personal world; his home, his studio and his workspace, where creativity comes to life. It is indeed a privilege to be welcomed into the intimacy of the artist to witness the creative process, and to build an emotional connection with the art on display.
Our guests were invited to transport themselves to a world where Reality and Fantasy merge in the artist's latest collection. Aptly titled “Fantasia,” this collection featured over twenty-two pieces of art, available for private viewings at the artist’s studio for a limited time until November 29th, 2023.
Drawing inspiration from Disney's iconic 1940 animated movie of the same name, Desmit’s unique sculptural style offers a harmonious complementarity between contrasts like freedom and control, tradition and innovation, motion and stillness. Influenced by masters like Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso, and Philippe Starck, Desmit's work promises a mesmerizing experience.
To commemorate this special occasion, the artist collaborated with “La Maison”, who provided guests with the chance to taste the traditional Belgian waffle with a pistachio twist, offering a delightful gustative experience blending Belgian culture with local flavours.
At the core of this collection lies the paintbrush, an ancient tool of creation, rich in history, which the artist has reimagined here as the subject of art. After studying Fine Arts in London, Quentin Desmit received another degree in Interior and Spatial Design at the prestigious Chelsea College of Art and Design. Desmit’s architectural expertise is evident in the meticulous crafting of his sculptures, designed to be appreciated from every angle.
Resin offers Desmit great flexibility and freedom in his movements, allowing him to have a certain control over the material in order to capture the fluidity of the paintbrush flow in a timeless sculpture. Always in constant pursuit of development, Desmit has incorporated wooden pieces into his collection that allows him to work with noble materials that align with his ecological values. For instance, the artwork titled “Wildwood Embrace” portrays a curve captured in a beautiful piece of wood emerging from a block of concrete. This piece is powerful, symbolizing nature reclaiming its place in the constantly evolving urban landscape shaped by human hands.
There always is the element of surprise and of sublime.
