At that time nobody was even interested because it was too early to make those things. I have always been like that, you know, I started to make stencil art in 1981. Even though we live in wonderful cities and have comfortable lives, there are things that I want to make people aware of. My work is very intuitive, as it aims to express and bring attention to the things I am seeing or feeling. I’m more preoccupied with social statements and social problems in the world. I do not see this as a political activity, as I am not involved in politics. I felt that it was important to use my art to convey messages to people. I was studying the work of Andre Breton, reading all the books, but I saw at the same time that the surrealism movement was coming to an end. When I went to Beaux-Arts school in France, I was really influenced by the surrealism movement. So, I’m curious – what inspired your approach? It’s interesting that you’ve been moved by Dali’s surrealistic art, especially since your art leans more toward realism. I was really, really impressed by that painting. It made me realize that art was such a powerful tool to make a lasting impact on people. The impact that painting had on me was deep. Yes, I do remember! When I was 14 years old, my aunt brought me to a museum and I saw a Huge Dali painting of a lady playing the piano. This exhibition captures the essence of the streets on canvas, preserving the memories of what happened before, and inspiring the next generation of street artists to come.ĭo you remember the moment that you realized you want to become an artist? Join us on a fascinating journey through the life and work of Xavier Prou, the 72-year-old who grew up in an artistic family and who revolutionized the art world with his unique pieces on the street. Numéro Netherlands had the unique opportunity to speak with the master himself. Showcasing 37 new works created exclusively for this occasion. Fast forward many years later, in the heart of London, WOODBURY HOUSE proudly presents the long-awaited return with the solo exhibition: “The return of the rat”. When the rats took over Paris, BLEK LE RAT pioneered stencil art and became the godfather of his genre.
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