Poulain Clément | Contemporary Artist: Artworks & Biography

Like a snapshot of his travel memories, Clément shares with us his journeys through Europe's great cities, steeped in history and emotion. As modern as they are traditional, these urban landscapes full of contrasts and paradoxes fascinate and inspire him with their richness and diversity. He depicts a hushed atmosphere somewhere between the everyday intimacy of the street and the excited bustle of visitors. A self-taught artist, his style and technique evolve with his creations. First, he makes a preparatory drawing from photographs, usually taken by himself. On a prepared canvas or paper, he then composes in oil, usually with two or three successive layers. For Clément, the atmosphere and beauty of a city lie as much in its defects as in the eyes of those who contemplate it.