About Caitrin A.

Biography

Born in 1964 in the suburbs of Paris, France, I grew up surrounded by the architectural richness of Parisian monuments and gardens, which inspired me from an early age, as well as my many trips to the English countryside and to London.

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I studied English literature and few years later architecture, inspired by the work of architect Shigeru Ban and sculptor Richard Long.

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After graduating, I continued my career working in cinema and theatre, then as a floral and interior designer, cementing my interest in the fusion of urban landscapes and natural forms.

 

In 2018, I created a hand-printed brand on linen, AVA Paris. Since two years I focus more and more on working with paper and start exploring bas-reliefs where natural forms and urban landscapes merge.

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Approach

Over the years my work has concentrated on interior design and wall

bas-reliefs.

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My inspiration comes mainly from the natural world, although my work also refers to architectural or botanical forms.

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Nature is full of endless patterns and rhythms, spirals, waves and lines. Like nature, each piece of my work is unique. 

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Paper has the softness and finesse I need to sculpt new forms, shaping the sheet to create organic reliefs and a three-dimensional effect. The immaculate surface of the paper is transformed into landscapes, sometimes enhanced with Indian ink, gold ink or watercolour.

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My work is a celebration of nature itself. I strive to create works that inspire, connect and touch in an emotional way, taking the viewer on a journey through different botanical and peaceful landscapes where light plays with the senses.