Operation terrestre

Through her whimsical interventions, French artistEstelle Chretiendraws attention to the natural landscape.

Their roots not only prevent soil erosion but also help filter sediment and improve water quality.

Other pieces, likeDessous,take inspiration from the context in which they were created.

Estelle Chrétien Land Art

“Opération terrestre”

This humorous decision actually relates back to the residency’s location in a former textile factory.

In fact, the fabric for the underpants was actually produced there.

WithPropriete,Chretien makes a simple, effective statement about land ownership.

Estelle Chrétien Land Art

“Dessous”

The purpose all goes back to a fundamental question that she poses.

This land is private but what about the landscape?

French artist Estelle Chretien creates whimsical land art.

Whimsical Art by Estelle Chretien

“Dessous”

Dessous

Her installations take inspiration from the natural landscape.

Propriete

After several months, the ephemeral installations are disassembled.

Environmental Art by Estelle Chretien

“Les pieds au sec”

Environmental Art by Estelle Chretien

“Les pieds au sec”

Estelle Chrétien Land Art

“Propriété”

Estelle Chrétien Land Art

“Propriété”

Estelle Chrétien Land Art

“Opération terrestre”

Whimsical Art by Estelle Chretien

“Colonne”

Environmental Art by Estelle Chretien

“Colonne”