Thomas Lelu French, b. 1976
Overview
Esther, 2014
Thomas Lélu is an artist and writer known for his witty, text-based work that blends humor, design, and pop culture. His practice spans books, paintings, installations, photography, and digital culture. Lélu turns everyday objects into bold statements, making art both playful and thought-provoking. His visual work has been exhibited in numerous galleries and museums around the world and he has published 5 novels including Le Parisien (Flammarion) but also essays such as Le Manuel de la Photo Ratée (Léo Scheer) and After (Sternberg Press). He trained at Ensad (National School of Decorative Arts), he first worked as a graphic designer for many years before pursuing his career in the fashion press and advertising. In 2020 he opened a first gallery in Paris, La Cité, which he directs and since 2022 he has been curator of the Hôtels Amour residences in Paris and Nice.
Works
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Esther, 2014
