Alain Delon (2017) Sculpture by Zen

Zen was born in Marseilles in 1978, and specialises in bines his need to create with an absolute need to share.
the production of wonderfully original artworks. He
has a real feel for his material; before each ceramic panel is carefully placed in position it is etched so delicately and gracefully that his model’s face glows through the inter- play of light and matter. This precise, sensitive and incisive creator of unique artworks combines classical skills with modern materials. Tireless perfectionist that he is, Zen pur- sues his artistic aims without faltering. He takes time over his work, honing the detail, and is continually perfecting his technique. Among his portraits, there are many which pay tribute to an emblematic gure that the artist truly admires. For their part, some of these gures have been inspired by Zen’s lovely creations and have shown their appreciation by setting their signature on their portrait.
Zen, or the trajectory of a hyperactive creative
Zen was a hyperactive child who found that drawing al- lowed him to settle for a few moments, providing a respite from the turmoil. Over time, he went on to try other forms of artistic expression until he was able to ful l his potential by making portraits, thereby giving expression to his predilec- tion for charismatic personalities.
The patient task of bringing his hyperactivity under control has enabled Zen to turn himself over time into a hardwor- king, determined and tirelessly passionate artist. He com-
Within a few years, Zen has gained a following of art lovers, won over by his energy.
As an artist, he is grateful and has not forgotten how much he owes the kind people he has met in the course of his career: his rst patrons, Isabelle and Christophe (CBL Car- relage Vallauris), his early years at Villa Saint-George and the support of owner-manager Pascale Barris, and also, the experience of working with the Martinez Hotel team in Cannes.
“Meeting them was a real turning point in my career, a fur- ther step in the demands I put on myself.” Zen does not like hiding anything. For him, every detail is important and the results of his self-discipline can be seen! Following his exhibitions in Marseille, Cannes, Monaco and soon Paris, this impetuous Marseilles artist is gearing up to conquer the world.
‘‘Zen is nothing like a shooting star, his creations will endure ...’

• Nationality: FRANCE
• Date of birth : unknown date
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• Groups: Contemporary French Artists