[blank]Continuing my new series about the people I know in Normandy who create on a daily basis, today I would like to introduce you to Frederic.
Fred is a friend from the brocante fairs. Our paths often cross early on a Sunday morning, hunting for treasure at a sale in a field or on the windy path of a country village.[blank]
I expected him to talk to me about the finer points of welding, or the qualities of tin and chrome.[blank]
Of his own…
and that of the objects he creates.[blank]
[blank]At the moment he is creating sunburst mirrors. He explains that the mirror for him is a mysterious object, reflecting an image, an atmosphere … inviting the user into a deeper world.[blank]
[blank]He finds the old convex mirrors and builds the sunburst theme around them. A long and painstaking creative process … that he loves.[blank]
[blank]The mirror he just finished when I arrived is particularly beautiful, built around an oval mirror.[blank]
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[blank]And if you are interested in acquiring a piece of Fred’s work, you are most welcome to email him here or to drop me a line, I’ll be happy to pass on the message![blank]
17 comments
I always wonder how creative some people can be.
The object with the antler is eye catching.
I agree with Frederique "… the mirror is a mysterious object, reflecting an image, an atmosphere … inviting the user into a deeper world". Amazing mirrors. Good Job and Good post.
Thanks for sharing!
I like him already. If he speaks of the SOUL of a piece and also of HIS OWN, this man is a living artist, not conforming to what the market demands, but answering to the call of his own muse. What marvelous pieces, and those two metal panels with the fabulous aqua blue rock….oh dear, if I could, I would buy those in a hot minute.
Lovely post today, Madame!
Anita
Very interesting craftsman – really love the objet by the weir. The aquamarine "glass" is that crystal or molten glass shaped?
Those mirrors are exquisite! Love the creativity of so many out there. Thank you so much for posting this. It's right up my alley. Wish we could take you up on your offer right away…I would LOVE to have one of those mirrors! If and when the time comes, we will definitely look into acquiring one (if it can make it to the USA safely). Lovely post, thank you!
Creativity is a daily fascination for me, thank you for stopping by
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Thank you Evelyne – since my chat with Fred, my mirrors at home have taken on a different feel!
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Thank you Anita, yes, Fred is a true artist, and the aqua blue rocks are designed to be used as 'objets', or as lamps with the light reflecting through the glass.
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I believe the mirrors travel in purpose built crates when they travel, so glad you enjoyed the post!
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Thanks for the insight into this artist's process and creativity. Those mirrors are spectacular, so much soul in them. The creative journey is always a fascinating one.
Happy weekend! XO
His work is quite remarkable, thanks for showing it. I'm very much enjoying the beginnings of your series on local artisans.
Hello Sharon
Thanks for sharings Fred's art. I love the convex mirrors and his embellishments.
Have a great weekend
Helenxx
Indeed a creative genius Frederic is. Thank you for this post Sharon, incredibly interesting as well as inspirational.
Bonjour,
J'ai beaucoup apprécié la visite chez Frédéric… Merci l'artiste de nous avoir ouvert la porte de votre atelier.
merci à vous aussi de nous avoir fait connaître ce personnage.
Gros bisous
He is truly an Amazingly creative force! I love his art, and wish he were more available in the US! He has the face of a kind soul, with the heart and soul of a poet. Thanks so much for the glimpse into his world! Perhaps I will someday make it up to Normandy to see you all.
How beautiful!
Thanks for sharing.
Interesting work of art! I also know a guy who can create art works figurines etc from scrap metals. Though the approach is far different from each other I can still find the meaning behind those art. I am even planning to buy a life size bumble bee of transformer and place it on at the parc condominium.