He engraves and prints his poetic creativity

For this native of the Hautes-Alpes, where he lived for several years, the nature in the mountains, the vegetation that grows there, the colors associated with the seasons, the fragrances that radiate all life in the plant kingdom, influence the imagination, sensitivity and creativity of Landry Giquiaux.

“It was in the workshop of ‘La Belle Estampe’ in Bordeaux, where I learned engraving for several years,” explains the artist.

Craft performance is the foundation of all success, regardless of the medium. But it was only natural that he found them in the Pyrenees, when he found a mineral and a plant, an intertwining of the sources of life that instilled his inspiration and spirit of creativity. Hence its installation in Bagnères de Bigorre at 2 rue de Salies.

Creating a beautiful print requires a whole protocol. Whether on linoleum, copper plate, zinc plate, or any other clean and degreased surface, reverse drypoint engraving, in etching, in aquatint, is a variation of an inscription of a real or imaginary setting.

The part used to make the impression is designed. Then comes the choice of inks and shades. Inlaid color impregnation that gives the piece a shine. Choosing a beautiful paper on which you identify with the resulting print raises questions. The texture of the 300 gram format is the most suitable.

“Engraving requires patience, like a tree that grows over time. Let your intuitive gesture run free to write your inner landscape,” advocates the artist. Remarkable trees sing and fascinate his mind.

Landry Giquiaux’s thoughts escape into the depths of the meandering bark of juniper juniper thurifers. These external torments form the blueprint for his future productions.

“Exchanging and giving are fundamental, inspiring and stimulating values ​​for me. It’s a wonderful way to give back what I’ve been given,” he explains.

“Nomadic printing” is this new concept that he included in his educational palette. “I want to share my experience and pass it on, I offer discovery classes and engraving classes using several techniques to explore in my workshop Estampe Bleue in Bagnères, where days and schedules are flexible to teach engraving in schools and private homes. you need to be able to draw”, warns this self-taught artist who will be present at two European Craft Days in the abbey.