SWING (2023) Sculpture by Fernand Greco

Fernand Greco, a contemporary French sculptor, navigates the realms of art brut and incoherent art, crafting a distinctive niche within the artistic landscape. Hailing from the southern regions of Italy, a sentiment he carries close to his heart, Greco adopted the country that embraced his parents and embarked on a dual career as a doctor and surgeon, paralleled by his passion as a sculptor.

His journey into the artistic realm began with a thesis on tetanus, sparking a fascination for aged, rusty sheets. Initial forays into "in vivo anatomical sculpture" in various hospitals laid the groundwork for his exploration of metal—an endeavor influenced by his father's legacy as an artistic ironworker. A pivotal phase in the Jean Paul Bonnet workshop further honed his skills, ultimately leading him to master mixed techniques involving stone, wood, metal, and resin.

Greco thrives on the raw interaction with materials, reveling in the physicality, and the dynamic interplay of diverse colors and textures. Over time, what began as drafts, graffiti, and sculptural sketches evolved into vibrant paintings. Each creation emerges from a catalyst—a meeting, a place, a person, or a narrative—serving as an outlet, a therapeutic endeavor, and a form of personal struggle. His artistic process involves the manipulation of materials—twisting, straightening, cutting—and, most importantly, the act of uniting, welding, melting, and diverting objects from their intended purposes.

Greco exhibits a strong inclination for thematic exploration and a preference for in situ works and installations in unconventional spaces brimming with stories and emotions. His artistic journey includes participation in contemporary art biennials, contributions to public spaces, and ongoing exhibitions in permanent galleries. Despite a thriving career in medicine, Greco has seamlessly woven his roles as a doctor and artist, transitioning to a full-time professional artist dedicated to the perpetual exploration of the expressive and transformative potential of his chosen materials.

• Nationality: FRANCE
• Date of birth : 1954
• Artistic domains: Works by artists with a certified artist value, Works by professional artists,
• Groups: Certified Artists Professional Artist Contemporary French Artists