Where are you from and does that affect your work?
I was born and raised in France and after years in Germany, Switzerland and Ireland, I settled in Southern California. I speak three languages and worked as a translator and interpreter before crossing the pond to become a full time artist and muralist.

Wow that is very impressive! Who/what are your biggest artistic influences? Giacometti and Brancusi's female bodies, Akseli Gallen-Kallela's snowy landscapes and absolutely everything by Vincent Van Gogh. I have the deepest connection to him.

What is the hardest part of your creation process? Remember that it always gets worse before it gets better.

That can be so true! What’s your favorite item that you’ve created, and why?
I am quite happy with the "SoCal Spirit" that I created at the start of my painting journey because I was able to pinpoint that effortless Southern California vibe that I felt when I moved here, with what was going to become my signature style.

What do you love most about Pasadena?
The old town and the Huntington Gardens because they remind me of Europe.

What is a fun fact about yourself that others may not expect?
I am a creative cook and hate to follow a recipe!

That takes talent! Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
Visiting all the National Parks and painting everything I see.

Very fun. You have the day off, what do you do?
I sweat in a hot yoga class.

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