JM Robert, a French painter based in Lyon, was born in 1991 and drew inspiration from Pop Art and Street Art during his studies at Métiers d'Arts. His unique style emerged four years ago, influenced by the effects of patina and decay observed on urban facades. Using a stencil technique, he creates delicate and sophisticated female faces against abstract backgrounds reminiscent of urban walls.
 

Vibrant colors contrast with the graphic black elements, capturing the captivating expressions of the women he depicts. Robert's fascination with deteriorated walls and the emotional complexity they evoke is central to his work, as he aims to convey a contemporary aesthetic of ruin and the fleeting presence found in graffiti art.
 

Through his paintings, he seeks to capture the impact of a gaze, reflecting the essence of the modern era. The damaged facades of houses and buildings fascinate him, serving as his main source of inspiration. He strives to develop his own aesthetic conception of ruin, while incorporating the strong and direct language of graffiti artists. Robert's paintings aim to capture the ephemeral presence and powerful essence of a female face that bears witness to his era.