Stéphanie Rivet - Petroff Gallery

Born in 1972 in Montreal, Stéphanie Rivet is a painter with a fascinating background. Initially pursuing university studies in mathematics, she made a decisive shift towards the visual arts, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) in 1998.

While she explored various mediums during her studies, painting quickly became her preferred language. Since 1998, Stéphanie Rivet has exhibited permanently in galleries across Canada, the United States, and Europe. Her work, recognized for its distinct energy, is held in numerous private and corporate collections worldwide, solidifying her place in the contemporary art market.

Artistic Approach: Intuitive Abstraction

Stéphanie Rivet’s approach is deeply rooted in intuition. Her abstract paintings, created primarily with acrylic on canvas, are the result of total spontaneity where experimentation guides every step of the process. She creates a free universe where gesture and color know no bounds.

Her palette features bold, contrasting colors that invite the viewer to dream. Her energetic and free gestures, combined with textured layering, bring movement and depth to the work. Through these layers of medium, Stéphanie Rivet evokes the vitality and diversity of the natural world, while leaving space for the viewer’s own subjective interpretation.

Her work is part of numerous private and corporate collections worldwide, reflecting her creativity and passion for art.

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