A selection of Martin Laforêt’s new artworks from his Variations collections are exhibited in this show, Variations. The colourful and unique artworks pay homage to the levity and charisma he conjures from concrete, his material of choice. Laforêt’s methodological means of assembling purified structures from ‘poor’ materials such as concrete or lumber aligns him with the principles of arte povera. Laforêt considers his creative gesture as more important than the final objective artwork, elevating humble materials beyond sight of their origins.
Martin Laforêt Variations
Los Angeles
20 Sep 2023 – 24 Jan 2024
Harry Nuriev, Léa Mestres and Martin Laforêt present concurrent solo shows at Carpenters Workshop Gallery Los Angeles, entitled Denim House, Family Business and Variations respectively. Although presented separately, the exhibitions provide a cohesive look at the talents of the three artists currently defining the next generation of contemporary art.
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Martin Laforêt
Martin Laforêt is a French designer based between Paris and Audierne who aims to bring out the specific personality of materials and produce original forms. Drawn to objects related to the fields of sculpture, industry and architecture, his personal expression is inspired by his interest in shapes and material combinations.
