Work carried out after the collapse of the Twin Towers in New York. I conducted research on this city around 1900.
Starting with black and white photos that were greatly enlarged, cut out, or torn, a new layout was created. Then, color enhancements and painting were carried out.
This work explores the memory of this city.
This work was born out of frustration at not being able to attend architecture school because I had to take care of my children.…
A frame is unnecessary because the work continues on the sides!
Bernadette Reginster-Devroede, a multifaceted artist born in Africa, uses painting, drawing, sculpture, embroidery, textiles, and porcelain, nourished by a life of travel and studies in interior design. She enjoys experimenting with oil, acrylic, and watercolor, recycles materials, and works with matter and glazing techniques to achieve depth and nuance, creating a subtle dialogue between figuration and abstraction. Her works, imbued with memory and exploration, vibrate with intimate emotions and reveal a quest for happiness, sensation, and harmony drawn from the world's plurality.