Exhibition immerses viewers in a dreamlike atmosphere
The exhibition Une nuit entière by Alfred envelops visitors in a vivid, multicolored world filled with drawings, ink, gouache, and watercolor. The pieces seem like scattered fragments of a story that is hard to piece together, creating an atmosphere of mystery and uncertainty.Exhibition explores themes of disappearance and loss
Curated by Carine Roma for the Espace Jacques-Villeglé, the exhibition focuses on themes of disappearance, loss of reference points, and the strange feeling that arises when reality fades away. The atmosphere is further enhanced by the music of Cabane and the voice of actress Florence Loiret Caille.Alfred's diverse artistic journey
Alfred, known for his comic books and drawings, has long moved beyond the confines of the page. With over forty published works, including the 2014 Fauve d'Or winner Come Prima, he has explored various art forms, including exhibitions, drawn concerts, and collaborations with artists like Brigitte Fontaine and Laurent Gaudé.Autobiographical works mark a new chapter
In 2025, Alfred began exploring autobiographical themes with Les Jardins invisibles, followed by Senso et Maltempo, which concluded his Italian trilogy. These works, along with his earlier comics, form a foundation for Une nuit entière, now on display in Saint-Gratien until December 5, 2026.Collaboration inspired the exhibition
The exhibition was born from a collaboration between Alfred and Carine Roma. Roma, who had previously invited Alfred to exhibit, presented him with a text that deeply resonated with him, sparking the idea to involve other artists and voices in the project.Multiple perspectives shape the exhibition
Alfred collaborated with musician Cabane and actress Florence Loiret Caille to bring new dimensions to the project. Loiret Caille’s voice added a layer of depth, influencing Alfred’s visual interpretations and leading to a collection of drawings that reflect diverse perspectives.Artistic style evokes themes of dissolution
The exhibition features soft forms, fading outlines, and lines that struggle to hold shape, evoking a sense of dissolution. Time and space appear fluid, and the visible seems to blur into the invisible, creating a poetic atmosphere of impermanence.Textual fragments enhance the visitor's experience
Textual fragments placed near the artworks offer insight into the exhibition’s narrative, though they can be elusive. A full version of Carine Roma’s text is available at the entrance, allowing visitors to either reconstruct the story or simply let it carry them along.
