"It is in these small imperfections that poetry takes shape."
- Charles Pétillon
For this new exhibition at the Danysz Gallery, Charles Pétillon takes a significant step forward in his artistic and photographic approach.
Known for his monumental and spectacular balloon installations, the artist proposes a major evolution : he blends different universes by combining photography, installation, and reconstructed settings.
These settings take the form of reinterpreted and intentionally 'imperfect' architectures, in which the materials, purposefully left visible, contribute to the expressive power of the work. Far from hiding the traces of construction, Charles Pétillon embraces and highlights the imperfections of the reconstructed decor created for the occasion: exposed wooden structures, incomplete finishes... Every detail, carefully considered, helps to reveal a poetry of reality where authenticity takes precedence over perfection.
Finally, alongside the photographs, the artist presents sculptures, echoing his permanent installations created around the world. Through a play on scale, Charles Pétillon transforms these monumental works into domestic objects, thereby redefining the relationship between intimate space and artistic form.
This new series makes a significant turning point in Charles Pétillon's work. By embracing the visibility of materials, the imperfection of settings, and incorporating an immersive sound dimension, he introduces a new artistic language that is both free and poetic. The exhibition invites visitors to explore an unexpected beauty, where imperfection reveals its full power and poetry.
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Born in 1973, Charles Pétillon is known for his large-scale photographs and installations. He regularly exhibits his work in France and abroad, where he is frequently sought after for public space projects.
