Patrick Forchild

Coming from the world of graffiti, Patrick Forchild has developed in the last two decades an artistic practice combining painting (mural and small format) and photography, tinged with this alternative culture which has forged his artistic identity. His vaporous creations imbued with a certain nostalgia are populated by characters and recurring motifs that sometimes bring us back to youth, sometimes to the vagaries of current events and to contemporary social and political demands. Inspired by his surroundings and his travels, Patrick creates paintings with timeless atmospheres which are also resolutely committed and anchored in the present, where a whole generation can find reflection there.

The use of photography and spray paint is a constant in the mediums he advocates, although his constantly evolving work now leads him to combine ink, acrylic, latex paint and pencil of all kinds. He likes to exploit in his plastic explorations different unconventional supports such as recovered or found objects, skateboard decks, street furniture and exterior walls. One thing leading to another, he has also developed expertise in the creation of large-scale murals that can be seen in various urban centers in Quebec. In addition to works created locally, his work has allowed him to participate in various festivals and exhibitions internationally, notably in Mexico, Brazil, and France.