Ben Arpéa reinterprets the classical themes of still life and landscape through a contemporary lens. His vibrant, geometric compositions draw from art historical references while engaging with the aesthetics of digital culture, creating a bridge between the tangible and the virtual.
Ben Arpea is a French artist whose vibrant, dreamlike works merge geometric abstraction with semi-figurative elements, offering afresh take on contemporary art. Drawing inspiration from modernand contemporary artists like Tom Wesselmann and David Hockney, his paintings explore color, material, and texture through a unique lens. Arpea’s work reflects his love for the Mediterranean, using flat areas of vivid color and rich textures to evoke both the real and the unreal. His compositions often reference architecture, natural motifs, and everyday environments, creating an intimate dialogue with the viewer.
With a hands-on approach, Arpea works with jute and linen canvases, mixing paint with minerals and sand for a tactile experience. His pieces invite the viewer into a synesthetic journey, blending simplicity with mystery. Ben Arpea’s works have been showcased in prestigious art fairs like the Dallas Art Fair, Zona Maco, and Untitled Art MiamiBeach, and continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
