Eric Vanel CV
Presentation of the Artist: Eric Vanel
Eric Vanel: Sculptor of the Soul
Eric Vanel's sculptures are sensory journeys that transport us to the confines of reality and imagination. With his background as an engineer, Eric Vanel has a precise mastery of the technical constraints of bronze and resin, the materials he favors. Trained by masters of contemporary figurative sculpture such as Grzegorz Gwiazda, Robert Bodem, and Brian Booth Craig, Eric Vanel has developed a unique artistic signature, marked by power and expressiveness.
Eric Vanel's works are widely recognized, having won several prestigious awards, including the Bronze Medal at the Salon des Artistes Français, the Grand Prix de sculpture de Barbizon, and the Gold Medal at the Salon International de Peinture et de Sculpture de Vittel. His creations are present in numerous private collections in France and Germany and exhibited in art galleries as well as in the main French art fairs.
Artistic Approach
Eric Vanel seeks to capture the essence of life in his figurative sculptures. Each piece tells a story, arouses emotions and challenges the viewer, plunging them into a dialogue between the real and the fantastic. His work is inspired by ancient myths, the Italian Renaissance, neo-baroque, and contemporary sculpture, with a particular admiration for Bernini and Carpeaux.
Each sculpture is meticulously modeled in clay before being cast in bronze, ensuring absolute fidelity to the original. The carefully chosen patinas add an extra dimension, reinforcing the message conveyed by the work.
Some Notable Works
- Elevation (Bronze, 2022, 70cm)
- Cernunnos's Greeting (Bronze, 2022, 95cm)
- Goddess (Bronze, 2023, 80cm)
- Feline (Bronze, 2023, 50cm)
- Incarnation (Bronze, 2023, 47cm)
- Resurrection (Bronze, 2022, 37cm)
- Sovereign (Resin, 2022, 45cm)
Recent Exhibitions
- 2024: Exhibition at the Septentrion gallery (Marcq-en-Baroeul), Salon of French Artists (Paris - Grand Palais Éphémère)
- 2023: Galerie Vlask (Ghent – Belgium), Galerie Saint André (Mont Saint Aignan), Vittel International Painting and Sculpture Exhibition
- 2023: Exhibition at the ADOR Experience gallery (La Rochelle), Galerie Sénac de Meilhan (La Flotte en Ré), Face 2022 (London – United Kingdom)
- 2021: Salon d'Automne (Paris - Champs Élysées), Virtual exhibition of the Salon des Artistes Français
Awards
- Bronze Medal at the Salon of French Artists (2024)
- Gold medal at the Vittel International Painting and Sculpture Exhibition (2023)
- 1st prize for sculpture at the Grand Prix de Barbizon of the Boitiat Academy (2022)
- Finalist of the International Art Renewal Center Salon (2022)
- Mention in the sculpture section at the Salon des Artistes Français (2021)
Training and Experience
- Training with renowned sculptors such as Grzegorz Gwiazda, Robert Bodem, Brian Booth Craig, Mitch Shea, and Philippe Seené (2020-2022)
- Mechanical Engineer specializing in Industrial Design (University of Technology of Compiègne, 1993)
- Career of more than 25 years in product development and complex project management at Faurecia Group (1995-2021)
Artistic CV: Eric Vanel
Training
- 2020-2022 : Training with Grzegorz Gwiazda, Robert Bodem, Brian Booth Craig, Mitch Shea, Philippe Seené
- 1993 : Engineering Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, specialization in Industrial Design (University of Technology of Compiègne)
Professional experience
- 1995-2021 : Faurecia Group, Development of automotive interior equipment products and management of complex projects
Selected Exhibitions
- 2024 : Septentrion Gallery (Marcq-en-Baroeul), Salon of French Artists (Paris - Grand Palais Éphémère)
- 2023 : Galerie Vlask (Ghent – Belgium), Galerie Saint André (Mont Saint Aignan), Vittel International Painting and Sculpture Exhibition, Galerie ADOR Experience (La Rochelle)
- 2022 : Face 2022 (London – United Kingdom), Nolay Sculpture Biennale (Nolay), Salon des Artistes Français (Paris – Grand Palais Éphémère)
- 2021 : Salon d'Automne (Paris - Champs Élysées), Virtual exhibition of the Salon des Artistes Français
Awards
- 2024 : Bronze Medal in the sculpture section at the Salon des Artistes Français
- 2023 : Gold medal at the Vittel International Painting and Sculpture Exhibition, 1st prize for sculpture at the Grand Prix de Barbizon of the Boitiat Academy
- 2022 : Finalist of the 16th International Art Renewal Center exhibition, 3rd prize at the Nolay sculpture biennial
- 2021 : Mention in the sculpture section at the Salon des Artistes Français, Finalist of the Boynes Emerging Artist Award
Memberships
- Member of the Taylor Foundation
- Circle of European Artists
- Art PAIR International
- ADAGP
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