Born in 1984 in Antwerp, Stéphanie P.J.E. Poppe is a paper & embroidery artist, influenced by her family’s historical background in the textile industry. Her education in art history and restoration of works on paper has further shaped her artistic practice.
Art
Since 2013, she started developing her own artistic style, calculated yet intuitive, always remaining curious about the synergistic relationship between art and architecture, nature and culture, history and the present. The harmonious state of coexistence between a more permanent condition and the ephemeral. Like a spider, she creates intricate yet minimalistic structures that reflect this fragile equilibrium.
A recurring theme is the synergy between urban and rural life – how both are interdependent and can be complementary.
Patience, balance, and harmony are key concepts in her art. Balance between elements, balance in materiality and balance in time are the foundations of her artistic research.
Stéphanie is based in Belgium and works between Belgium & France.
Statement
Synergies, harmonies and odes to patience – vanitas & ‘mono no aware’
“I don’t believe art needs to convey any kind of specific message. It can be a powerful medium though, but doesn’t have to be per se. Art, in my opinion, has to generate emotions … positive emotions preferably – peacefulness, balance … those are notions and emotions that I try to reflect in my work. Atmospheres which reflect harmony… These can be found anywhere, even in the busiest urban environments. Synergies between rest and action, past and present, nature and culture. The harmonious state of coexistence between a more permanent condition and the ephemeral. Balance between elements, balance in materiality, balance in time. The world can be such an unsparingly rough place at times and I believe it is important to look for those atmospheres and harmonies. To have the patience to look for them. They can be temporary (like rain reflecting in streetlights) or lasting. They keep us balanced in this fast-paced world and bring us back to the essentials.”
Tools of trade
Paper, metallic wire and thread are her preferential materials, offering nearly endless possibilities. In addition, she also works with inks, aquarelle, oil, acrylic and digital programs.
About
Bio
Born in 1984 in Antwerp, Stéphanie P.J.E. Poppe is a paper & embroidery artist, influenced by her family’s historical background in the textile industry. Her education in art history and restoration of works on paper has further shaped her artistic practice.
Art
Since 2013, she started developing her own artistic style, calculated yet intuitive, always remaining curious about the synergistic relationship between art and architecture, nature and culture, history and the present. The harmonious state of coexistence between a more permanent condition and the ephemeral. Like a spider, she creates intricate yet minimalistic structures that reflect this fragile equilibrium.
A recurring theme is the synergy between urban and rural life – how both are interdependent and can be complementary.
Patience, balance, and harmony are key concepts in her art. Balance between elements, balance in materiality and balance in time are the foundations of her artistic research.
Stéphanie is based in Belgium and works between Belgium & France.
Statement
Synergies, harmonies and odes to patience – vanitas & ‘mono no aware’
“I don’t believe art needs to convey any kind of specific message. It can be a powerful medium though, but doesn’t have to be per se. Art, in my opinion, has to generate emotions … positive emotions preferably – peacefulness, balance … those are notions and emotions that I try to reflect in my work. Atmospheres which reflect harmony… These can be found anywhere, even in the busiest urban environments. Synergies between rest and action, past and present, nature and culture. The harmonious state of coexistence between a more permanent condition and the ephemeral. Balance between elements, balance in materiality, balance in time. The world can be such an unsparingly rough place at times and I believe it is important to look for those atmospheres and harmonies. To have the patience to look for them. They can be temporary (like rain reflecting in streetlights) or lasting. They keep us balanced in this fast-paced world and bring us back to the essentials.”
Tools of trade
Paper, metallic wire and thread are her preferential materials, offering nearly endless possibilities. In addition, she also works with inks, aquarelle, oil, acrylic and digital programs.
Stylistic (p)reference
Biomorphism, Abstract impressionism, Baroque minimalism