Sophie Verbeek at the Château de Venthône

After numerous international exhibitions, publications, and training programs, this artist—like many others before her—was drawn to the light, the colors, and the vibrant nature of the Valais. It is here that she has been giving free rein to her boundless creativity for the past two years.With a background in calligraphy, she retains its rigor, precision, and love of letters—in the broadest sense: her inspiration comes from texts and goes far beyond their form. Sophie Verbeek enjoys fostering encounters with contemporary authors, poets, and pastors (such as Francine Carillo de La Sage). She also sometimes writes her own stories (such as the unlikely tale of a little button). From this alchemy emerge aesthetically striking works imbued with powerful reflections.While the artist enjoys working thematically (a single theme can yield 15 to 20 illustrations), since this is her first exhibition in her adopted homeland, she has chosen to offer us a panorama of her creative worlds: Hebrew- or Indian-inspired paintings will thus sit alongside mischievous and playful collages, as well as watercolors in delicate hues. In short, it’s an exhibition designed to be explored, one best enjoyed at a leisurely pace: the artist has prepared texts to be discovered alongside the works.And for those who would rather have the stories behind the inspiration recounted and hear the texts that inspired the paintings, readings will be held on Sunday, August 30, and Sunday, September 6, at 4:00 p.m. Sandrine Strobino


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