Mysterious characters reshuffle crossings and bike racks
Vincent Broquaire infuses a touch of whimsy to the streets of Rennes with his recent work Pedestrian Crossings. The French artist transforms the mundane elements of public space, including zebra crossings, bike racks, and road signs, into intriguing works of art with simple creative interventions. For Pedestrian Crossings, his canvas extends across the French urban fabric as he introduces 40 captivating characters which like playful agents of change reimagine traditional road signs, transforming them with a sense of mystery. The artworks prompt passersby to stop and reconsider their perception of their surroundings and elements of public organization with a playful perception.
image by Vincent Cadoret
vincent broquaire urges reengagement with public spaces
With Pedestrian Crossings, Vincent Broquaire looks to the nature of road sign elements, which, in his vision, are in a perpetual movement and can transcend the confines of streets and spill into sidewalks. This fluidity challenges onlookers to engage with their surroundings actively, fostering a renewed appreciation for the streets they navigate daily and encouraging exploration within the neighborhood. With a keen eye for transforming the ordinary, the artist leverages elements from daily life to craft new, joyful forms that question society’s functionality with a through a humorous lens.
image by Gwendal Le Flem
image by Gwendal Le Flem
image by Vincent Cadoret
image by Vincent Cadoret
image by Vincent Cadoret
image by Gwendal Le Flem