Louise Frydman and the Lightness of Paper on Ceramics:
Caractères Paris met Louise Frydman in the showroom of designer Philippe Hurel. In this luxurious yet modern space, her works are displayed. Upon entering, one immediately notices her pieces, particularly the large white quadriptych L’Envolée, featuring a cascade of ceramic petals hanging above a sofa.
Louise Frydman's unique talent lies in her ability to transform, even transcend, clay to achieve the lightness of paper. Before turning to ceramics, she worked with white paper compositions, maintaining their delicacy and softness in her clay practice. To achieve the powdery whiteness, Louise dips the ceramic biscuit in a matte preparation she developed herself. This allows light to gently caress the material, casting subtle shadows in its surroundings.
Louise Frydman and Monumental Ceramic Installations:
In 2015, Louise Frydman received a commission from the Amélie Maison d'art gallery to create a monumental installation—17 meters long and comprising 1,300 pieces—for the courtyard of the Hôtel de Croisilles in the Marais, Paris.
Her encounter with ceramicist Jean-François Reboul at that time was pivotal in her journey, as he mentored her and passed down his expertise.
Today, Louise collaborates with luxury brands such as Hermès and Bonpoint, and her works are sought after by architects like Chahan Minassian.
In 2019, Louise received the 1 immeuble, 1 œuvre award from the French Minister of Culture for her collaboration with Vinci Immobilier. Her work can be viewed at the Philippe Hurel showroom or in her two Parisian galleries: Amélie Maison d'art and Loo & Lou gallery.
Paris, October 4, 2019
