Frédérique Lorain is a French and Canadian oil painting artist and a true perfectionist. She works and lives already 20 years in Antwerp (Belgium). The execution of her paintings breathes through every brush strokes on the canvas. The technique is outstanding and her paintings are like shinning diamonds, meticulously done without unnecessary details, resulting in a non heavy outcome, but fed with all the important elements in order to create a unique atmosphere. They are pearls as far as the finishing touches and refinements are concern.
3. Frédérique LORAIN
(Montréal, 1965)
Expression of a dreamer
Frédérique Lorain is a French and Canadian oil painting artist and a true
perfectionist. The execution of her paintings breathes through every
brush strokes on the canvas. The technique is outstanding and her
paintings are like shinning diamonds, meticulously done without
unnecessary details, resulting in a non heavy outcome, but fed with all
the important elements in order to create a unique atmosphere. They
are pearls as far as the finishing touches and refinements are concern.
Her work shows the outspoken world of men and women with a specific character and theme. The
world of men is pierced through strength, energy and movement , supported through the immediate
surrounding. Every element on the canvas reinforces charismatic energy . Cantering horses, a tennis
racket...etc...they are snapshots from the sports world.
The world of women is filled with sensuality and dreamy thoughts that go much further than they
initially seem to relate. The attributes, whether they are books, a glass of champagne, in a setting of a
flower shop or in a kitchen, the women seem to be in a daze or daydreaming. Her world is of inner
thoughts, longing, hoping, or yearning for something. Although the paintings have a photographic
precision, they are extremely stylish. The simplified image catches the attention of the viewer through
the strength of its beauty. But this simplified explanation does not mean that the absolute detail is notthe strength of its beauty. But this simplified explanation does not mean that the absolute detail is not
present. The overwhelming eye catching work of " Polo match ", where the horses rush upon, seem to
be jumping out of the canvas. You begin to pay more and more attention to the details until your
observation is taking over, for example, by the light reflected in one of the eyes of the animal. In the
details ,the biggest emotions are sheltered. The confident use of colour is very powerful, imposing and
extrovert.
The women in the work of Lorain are dreamy, sensuous and enchantresses, whether they are on a
summery bicycle ride or grieving with a friend over a deception of a lost love relationship. They keep
their attractiveness, even in the tormented moments, and you can feel that the hope could shine
through. Sometimes Lorain flirts with symbolism (Love and respect for nature, Emotions, Liberté)
whenever her thoughts wander further then what reality can sustain. It is interesting to notice that
these are her last three works. She creates a dream world whereas she can claim a role for herself and
try to give an answer over the complex question to fall back upon, through the every day way of life .
Someone might say, that the work of Frédérique Lorain is autobiographic , and it is somewhat true.
The desire for beauty and perfection is a constant struggle which is vital to her.
As an outsider, you notice up to each border of the canvas, every aspect is analyzed with surgical
precision until the drama of the moment. Through the frenzy, this drama surrounds the spectator with
an atmosphere of hope and desire.
This exhibition of Frédérique Lorain, with an overview of the last years shows the dreamy past of a
strong and determined artist. Her unique style and controlled technique, holds a prominent place in
the demands of the Art scene.
4. Frédérique LORAIN
2168
Les Vacances
2009
Oil on Canvas
H 140 x B 110 cm
Signed bottom right
With Certificate
This work received the price “Ambience Art Contest 2010 – Australia”
Expression of a dreamerGALERIE LUDWIG TROSSAERT
5. Frédérique LORAIN
2169
Love and respect for nature
2009
Oil on Canvas
H 90 x B 150 cm
Signed bottom left
With Certificate
Expression of a dreamerGALERIE LUDWIG TROSSAERT
9. Frédérique LORAIN
2173
Vamos
2007
Oil on Canvas
H 160 x B 100 cm
Signed bottom right
Private Collection Rafael Nadal
Expression of a dreamerGALERIE LUDWIG TROSSAERT
11. Frédérique LORAIN
2175
The Winnes mind
2008/2009
Oil on Canvas
H 100 x B 140 cm
Signed bottom left
With Certificate
Expression of a dreamerGALERIE LUDWIG TROSSAERT
14. Frédérique LORAIN
2178
Au clair de la lune
2004
Oil on Canvas
H 140 x B 100 cm
Signed bottom right
With Certificate
Expression of a dreamerGALERIE LUDWIG TROSSAERT
15. Frédérique LORAIN
2179
Dans la Cuisine
2005
Oil on Canvas
H 150 x B 100 cm
Signed bottom right
With Certificate
Expression of a dreamerGALERIE LUDWIG TROSSAERT
17. Frédérique LORAIN
2181
L’amour des livres
2006
Oil on Canvas
H 140 x B 100 cm
Signed bottom left
With Certificate
Expression of a dreamerGALERIE LUDWIG TROSSAERT
21. Frédérique LORAIN
2185
Les grands danois
2004
Oil on Canvas
H 150 x B 150 cm
Signed bottom left
With Certificate
Expression of a dreamerGALERIE LUDWIG TROSSAERT
22. Frédérique LORAIN
2186
Les joueuses de football
2004
Oil on Canvas
H 100 x B 100 cm
Signed
With Certificate
Expression of a dreamerGALERIE LUDWIG TROSSAERT
24. Frédérique LORAIN
2188
Promenade du dimanche
2005
Oil on Canvas
H 140 x B 100 cm
Signed bottom right
With Certificate
Expression of a dreamerGALERIE LUDWIG TROSSAERT
25. Frédérique LORAIN
2189
Mon fidèl compagnon
2007
Oil on Canvas
H 150 x B 120 cm
Signed bottom right
With Certificate
Expression of a dreamerGALERIE LUDWIG TROSSAERT
27. Frédérique LORAIN
2191
Match de rugby
2008
Oil on Canvas
H 110 x B 150 cm
Signed bottom right
With Certificate
Expression of a dreamerGALERIE LUDWIG TROSSAERT
28. Frédérique LORAIN
2192
Au centre ville
2008
Oil on Canvas
H 140 x B 100 cm
Signed bottom right
With Certificate
Expression of a dreamerGALERIE LUDWIG TROSSAERT
29. Frédérique LORAIN
2205
Ballade à Vélo
2006
Oil on Canvas
H 150 x B 110 cm
Signed bottom right
With Certificate
Expression of a dreamerGALERIE LUDWIG TROSSAERT