“Fashion Show Pop Models Art”

The collection signed by experimental Artist François Duerinckx Wanson is unique and also a homage to Haute Couture catwalks and their Top Models, transcribed into the evocative and deliberately assigned title of “Fashion Show Pop Models Art”. His wife Mercedes, is his inspiration. His Muse.

Pop Artist François Duerinckx Wanson, showing a unique perception of reality, offers viewers a renewed vision of 21st Century Pop Art through the ten models from his collection “Fashion Show Pop Models Art”, based on a variety of symbols and international brands. Varied, harmonious and elegant, the collection is a tribute to the modern woman.

The experimental artist and historian turned towards sculpture as a means of expression. The models in this collection are for the rebellious in spirit, and form one of his most complete compilations. The universal Artist is always innovative and committed to his time. Based on his experience in the world of motor sports, he uses a combination of artistry and craftsmanship to create. Constantly introducing new products and brands as well as a variety of recycled materials into his works of Art – aluminium, plastic, rubber, leather and glass -, the pieces exude a clear focus on design. The performance and visual artist, devoted to innovative and creative works, relies heavily on branding aspects.

Each of François Duerinckx Wanson’s creations bears a number of details that turn the collection into a brand of its own. The FDW stamp is present on the back each model’s neck and, somewhere in each piece, a flag from the country the brand originates from, is included. The actual material of the mannequins themselves always undergoes some form of intervention.

The pieces are remodelled with fibreglass, sanded and painted following procedures typically used in tuning: “Poli-shine” is applied layer upon layer. Each mannequin is unique, exclusive and handmade by the artist and takes around 300 hours to complete.

The Artist is able to take commissions based on prestigious brands and will surpass the challenge of creating a unique piece that reflects the history and symbols that define it.

Two emblematic pieces from the collection have been recently exhibited at the Thyssen- Bornemisza Museum (2014).

Art Wanson Gallery SL

Miami River Art Fair 2015