Kat&Action

KAT and ACTION are a couple of artists who discovered a common passion for mural painting. Their reflection focuses on the complementarity of their artistic practices. ACTION has been immersed in hip hop culture from a very young age. Self-taught, his research focuses on mathematical rigor and the way in which lines can be used to give movement to writing. He experiments with different combinations of curves, straight lines and geometric shapes. The alphabet is no longer just a simple means of communication, it is an infinite means of artistic expression in its own right which is imbued with a futuristic and abstract vision of the modern world. KAT comes from a more academic artistic background, she focuses her research on fauna and flora but does not neglect portraits. In his compositions, the choice of colors is essential to create dynamic and balanced illustrations as well as transmit the emotion and the desired atmosphere. This is why she considers her color chart much more than a simple tool. It allows him to bring his ideas to life and express his artistic vision. Like an alchemist, she draws her inspiration from nature, which is full of colors, but also from the bustling city streets, where the contrasts between modern buildings and natural elements create captivating compositions. Using acrylic paint and aerosols, their joint research is much more than a simple arrangement of patterns on a surface, it is a carefully prepared composition. Each curve determines an energy, each line evokes an architectural base, each color chart has a rhythm. Together they reinterpret the experience of graffiti through an equation of shapes and colors. Their universe is then often identifiable through a very graphic, lively and contrasting “urban jungle”. Their murals allow passers-by to escape from the monotony of everyday life. They tell a different story, thus captivating the imagination of those who contemplate them. But the duo doesn't just paint walls or canvases. They also organize workshops and community events to get residents more involved in their artistic process. They thus share their passion for urban culture and encourage the participation of all, young and old, in the preservation of our environment. These artists believe in the power of art to bring about positive change in our society. By bringing together art, nature and community, they transform the gray walls of the city into a true hymn to life and diversity. Their work is a constant reminder that every action counts and that we all have a role to play in our ecosystem. By caring for others and nature, we care for ourselves and future generations