Catch Me If You Can: The Hidden Artists of Paris You Can’t Miss
- wellow
- Mar 26
- 4 min read
Throughout the last couple of months, I've been walking the streets of Paris, diving into galleries and discovering art in the most unexpected places. I've had conversations that made me think and visited spots that make you say 'I need to come back here'. So, I thought it was time to share my journey with you, my favorite people, and give you a little Parisian adventure. Think of it like a Sex and the City moment... but with fewer cosmos and more croissants.
The first artist I would like to talk about is the last one I found this month. I saw Juan Manuel's work while walking around the 6th trying to find something more intentional than some of the art galleries you find in the area.
And girl, did I find a soulful expo.....
Juan Manuel Rodríguez: A Sky Full of Emotions
Walking into Nuage dans l’Œil felt like stepping into a suspended reality—one that exists between dream and memory. Juan Manuel Rodríguez doesn’t just paint skies; he captures emotions, the intangible shifts in feeling that come with looking up. His cloudy, heavy atmospheres hold a quiet melancholy, almost like the sky is pressing down on you. But then, his sunlit pieces feel weightless, filled with warmth and hope. It’s as if each canvas holds a different state of mind, a different way of remembering.
Rodríguez’s paintings have this surreal yet grounding presence. His brushwork is precise, drawing from the Spanish masters like Velázquez and Zurbarán, yet there’s something undeniably personal in how he builds his landscapes. Each piece isn’t just a reflection of reality but a reconstruction of memory—his own, and now ours too.
The exhibition is running until April 19 at Perspective Galerie (54 Rue Jacob, Paris 6e). If you haven’t seen it yet, don’t miss the chance to get lost in his skies.
Then there's an artist I discovered when I promoted the vernisage of his first expo and ended up going to fall in love with his work .
I had the opportunity to have a conversation with Sakaito, and it was truly inspiring. His work is a striking blend of tradition and innovation, infused with a deep passion for storytelling. Beyond his undeniable talent, he is incredibly kind and insightful. Speaking with him was a pleasure, offering a fascinating glimpse into his creative mind and the thought process behind his stunning work.
His art carries an emotional depth that speaks to both personal and universal experiences. The way he merges different influences and techniques results in pieces that feel both timeless and deeply contemporary. During our conversation, he shared how his creative journey has been shaped by his experiences, his surroundings, and his relentless curiosity for exploring new artistic forms. His ability to translate emotions and narratives into visual masterpieces is a testament to his skill and dedication. It’s clear that every piece he creates is a reflection of his perspective and his desire to push artistic boundaries.
Sakaito’s work is not just visually captivating; it also invites the viewer to engage with it on a deeper level. Whether through the delicate balance of color and form or the powerful themes he chooses to explore, his art remains thought-provoking and evocative. His passion for his craft is evident, and after speaking with him, I’m even more convinced that his work will continue to leave a lasting impact on the art world.
Then we come back to the same day in which I was strolling around the 6th looking for meaningful art whilst I was finding only spaces that didn't really resonate with me, and then I saw a pink room that dragged my attention, and through the window a girl just asked me to come in and doing so drove me through a whole experience in there.
During my visit to the CROUS gallery in Paris, I discovered the exhibition Unlocked, without initially knowing who the artist was. It wasn’t until I asked at the entrance that Louise Sauvard, with a bright smile, responded: "It’s me!" That spontaneous moment marked the beginning of a fascinating conversation with a passionate and committed artist.
Louise Sauvard, a former student of the École des Arts Décoratifs de Paris specializing in photography and video, delved into the history of a women’s residence where she lived for several years. This place, one of the first buildings exclusively dedicated to women in the 1920s, was created to offer female students the same opportunities as their male counterparts. Yet, despite its historical significance, no images of this space had ever been documented.
With Unlocked, Louise sought to break that silence. Blending photography, everyday objects from the residents, and contemporary technologies like 3D, she brings a forgotten space and its stories back to life. Her work draws inspiration from pop culture, the world of alternative music, and the aesthetics of fashion photography, in the style of Petra Collins or Caroline Jacobs. Far from clichés, she uses color and imagery to reimagine and elevate collective memory.
Our conversation was a deep dive into her universe, where every detail and artistic choice carries a strong message. Louise doesn’t just archive the past—she reinvents it, making it vibrant and relevant. Through her perspective, she reminds us of the importance of history and the reappropriation of spaces.
That was my little journey through Paris, hope you enjoyed!
see you next time 💋
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