France 24's Le Paris des Arts explores Martinique's art scene with Valérie John and E.sy Kennenga at Fondation Clément.
On April 17, 2026, France 24's art show Le Paris des Arts embarked on a journey exceeding 6,000 kilometers from Paris to Martinique for a unique episode. At her studio in La Trinité, visual artist Valérie John explored the significance of indigo beyond its hue, using it as a medium to delve into themes of memory, identity, and cultural heritage, referring to her work as a factory for creolization. The episode features musician E.sy Kennenga, who promotes love as a form of resistance, describing Martinique as a land of bravery. Additionally, it showcases the exhibition Painting in Martinique: A Decentered Art History at Fondation Clément, curated by Christelle Lozère, which investigates around one hundred artworks within colonial frameworks. The production received support from the Martinique Tourism Committee.
Key facts
- Le Paris des Arts aired a special episode from Martinique on April 17, 2026
- Valérie John works with indigo in her La Trinité studio to explore creolization
- E.sy Kennenga promotes love as a form of resistance
- Fondation Clément hosts exhibition Painting in Martinique: A Decentered Art History
- Curator Christelle Lozère examines colonial-era painting practices
- The exhibition features around 100 artworks
- Martinique is described as a land of the courageous
- The episode was produced with support from Martinique Tourism Committee
Entities
Artists
- Valérie John
- E.sy Kennenga
- Christelle Lozère
Institutions
- France 24
- Fondation Clément
- Martinique Tourism Committee
Locations
- Paris
- France
- Martinique
- La Trinité