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Joël Andrianomearisoa

Joël Andrianomearisoa is a multidisciplinary artist known for his large-scale, monochromatic textile installations and sculptures that explore themes of memory, absence, and sentimentality. He gained international prominence as the first artist to represent Madagascar at the Venice Biennale in 2019.

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Biography

Born in 1977 in Antananarivo, Madagascar, Joël Andrianomearisoa developed his artistic practice across diverse media, including sculpture, installation, photography, and performance. He maintains a dual base, living and working between Paris and his native Madagascar, a geography that informs the cross-cultural dialogue within his work.

His signature aesthetic is defined by the use of black textiles, paper, and fabric, which he manipulates to create textured, immersive environments. These works often evoke a sense of melancholy and architectural depth, focusing on the intersection of personal narrative and collective history. His practice is characterized by a rigorous, minimalist approach to material and form.

Andrianomearisoa has achieved significant international recognition, with his work featured in major global institutions and biennales. His participation in the 2019 Venice Biennale marked a historic moment for Malagasy contemporary art, cementing his status as a key figure in the contemporary African art scene.

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Career Highlights

  • 2019Representation of Madagascar at the Venice Biennale
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