How about a stroll? Let's head for Place du Louvre to discover thestreet-art exhibition "Les Visages des Jeux" (Faces of the Games), which plunges us into the colorful, vibrant world of Jo Di Bona, an artist renowned for his singular technique combining collage and graffiti influences with pop culture.
No fewer than 24 of his works, measuring 2m by 2m, are unveiled in the heart of Paris. Jo Di Bona, volunteer ambassador for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, has designed these portraits with a generous eye, evoking the poetry and emotion characteristic of his style. Through each portrait, he pays homage to human diversity, imbued with the spirit of sharing that defines him.
Jo Di Bona, sometimes referred to as the "modern-day Fauvist", has created his own artistic signature with Pop Graffiti, a technique he invented himself. His colorful faces, animated by movement and joyful effervescence, perfectly reflect the soul of the Olympic Games and those who took part in them.
For this series of works, he chose to collaborate with Paris 2024 volunteers, highlighting their essential contribution. This dialogue between the artist and the volunteers offers us a sensitive and vibrant vision of the Olympic Games. From Teddy Riner to Antoine Dupont to Wemby, discover these characters who have left their mark on the Games and unique collaborative works.
His international career, marked by a remarkable entry at the United Nations headquarters in 2017, testifies to the impact of his art far beyond France. The Faces of the Games is a further demonstration of this: a human fresco celebrating the diversities and emotions that intersected during this planetary event.
This open-air exhibition on the gates of the Quartier Jeune, 4 place du Louvre, is a genuine invitation to discover or rediscover urban art. Jo Di Bona brings together a variety of inspirations to create a coherent body of work that celebrates humanity in all its forms. It's rare to see an artist so involved in sharing and transmitting the values he conveys through his work. By exhibiting his creations at Place du Louvre, the artist makes art accessible to all, right in the heart of the city.
It can be seen as a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of this beloved urban artist, while celebrating the spirit of solidarity and enthusiasm of the Paris 2024 Games. The faces he paints with such passion reflect that same energy, that collective dynamic that drives the event. A free exhibition that brings us a little closer to the festive, human spirit of the Olympic Games.
Dates and Opening Time
From October 1, 2024 to October 31, 2024
Location
QJ - Quartier Jeunes
4 Place du Louvre
75001 Paris 1
Prices
Free
Recommended age
For all
