Propaganda: Ten French Artists at Espace Paul Ricard

The exhibition 'Propaganda,' curated by Pascal Beausse at Espace Paul Ricard in Paris, showcased ten French artists under 40. It examined the ways in which media and commercial tactics shape public perception, drawing on Guy Debord's concept of the society of the spectacle. Featured artists, including Bruno Serralongue, Hsia-Fei Chang, and Delphine Coindet, aimed to create both poetic and political disruptions within a system that often appropriates artistic expression. This comprehensive artwork combined elements of sculpture, video, photography, painting, and performance. The exhibition raised a critical question: do these works, instead of challenging dominant narratives, inadvertently support the economic system through their allure? Matthieu Laurette received the Prix Ricard SA. Other participating artists included Philippe Durand, Seulgi Lee, Christelle Lheureux, Petra Mrzyk & Jean-François Moriceau, and Bruno Peinado.