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Nina Laisné's First Major Solo Exhibition at Frac Franche-Comté

exhibition · 2026-09-03

The Frac Franche-Comté in Besançon is currently showcasing the inaugural major exhibition of artist Nina Laisné, who was born in 1985 and graduated from the École supérieure des beaux-arts de Bordeaux. This event marks the culmination of a collaboration that began in 2016. Laisné's artistic endeavors encompass visual arts, music, and performance. Her 2019 solo exhibition, 'L'air des infortunés,' resulted in the acquisition of a multidisciplinary installation, now featured at the Frac's new location in Arc-lès-Gray, which opened in June 2025. The exhibition includes notable works such as 'Arca ostinata' (2026) and 'Frati uccelli' (2023), reflecting her expertise in Baroque and South American traditions. Curated by Sylvie Zavatta, the exhibition highlights the importance of collective craftsmanship.

Key facts

  • Nina Laisné (b. 1985) is a graduate of the École supérieure des beaux-arts de Bordeaux.
  • The Frac Franche-Comté in Besançon is hosting her first major monographic exhibition.
  • Laisné's collaboration with the Frac began in 2016 with a screening of her films.
  • She had a residency and a solo show 'L'air des infortunés' in 2019 at the Frac.
  • An installation acquired in 2019 is part of the Frac's new branch in Arc-lès-Gray, opened June 2025.
  • The exhibition includes 'Arca ostinata' (2026), featuring theorbist Daniel Zapico.
  • 'Frati uccelli' (2023) combines music by Étienne Moulinié and poetry by Salomon de Priezac, performed by Squadra di Genova.
  • Laisné's work often involves collaborations with artisans and musicians.
  • Sylvie Zavatta is the director of the Frac Franche-Comté.

Entities

Artists

  • Nina Laisné
  • Daniel Zapico
  • Étienne Moulinié
  • Salomon de Priezac
  • Joachim Patinier
  • Sylvie Zavatta

Institutions

  • Frac Franche-Comté
  • École supérieure des beaux-arts de Bordeaux
  • Squadra di Genova

Locations

  • Besançon
  • France
  • Arc-lès-Gray
  • Haute-Saône

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