Maxime Blachere - Octopus 2

“even if he admits finding a squid salad rather delicious, the artist tries to raise awareness about ecology and species extinction
Octopus 2 is an emblematic work by BLACH (Maxime Blachère), mixing urban art, humor and contemporary engagement.
This monumental octopus, completely covered in graffiti, embodies an explosion of colors, signs and references from street art culture.
A wink to COP21, the work subverts militant codes with derision, referencing the graffiti artist COPE2, a recognized figure in graffiti.
The painted messages play with language: ABAB instead of ACAB, RIB instead of RIP, 1-2-1-2, I was here, all of which are ironic detours.
We also find the détourned signature of the famous graffiti artist PAPI 183 (Taky 183), integrated as a playful homage to the history of graffiti.
The octopus symbolizes nature, the proliferation of ideas and human influence on the oceans, treated here with humor and self-mockery.
Each tentacle tells a story, between visual chaos under control and a dynamic composition.
The contrast between the marine background and the graphic saturation enhances the visual impact of the piece.
Octopus 2 is a strong work, both engaged, pop and provocative.
An ideal piece for collectors sensitive to contemporary urban art, perfect for a feature on Catawiki.

Size: 75×50 cm plus white margins
Support: Canvas 450 g/m2 ideal for mounting on a frame or framing under glass while leaving (or not) the margins.
Nude canvas. Frame and frame-support not provided.
Certificate of authenticity hand-signed by the artist.
Careful packaging. Shipped with insurance and tracking number.

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Biography

French artist, Maxime Blachère aka Blach (r) (Alt+0.174) is today present in more than 30 countries and exhibits in numerous art galleries in Europe, the United States and Asia.

Humor is a constant in Maxime Blachère’s work, and he knows no borders. His unique artistic approach attracts thousands of collectors and business leaders from around the world. His art is a universal language that transcends cultural and linguistic barriers.

Blach has also made a name for himself in the media. His creations have been shared by renowned platforms such as Topito and Memedecentralisés, thereby attracting an even wider audience. Among the many works of Maxime Blachère, there are invisible graffiti of which he is a pioneer. He also creates white graffiti on white squares on white backgrounds, minimalist compositions that challenge traditional art conventions.

PERFORMANCES:
- Creates the world’s first invisible graffiti on a Goat Bus. Featured on France 3 and France 5. 2023,
- Exhibition at Cap Horn de Courchevel 1850. March 5, 2023
- Appeared on the Instagram account “memedécentralisé”, 2022,
- Winner of the “Monchu D'or” envois-du-gros 2022
- Guest of honor at the Salon de L'Ouest Lyonnais 2020.
- Appeared in Stuart Magazine No. 23 2020
- Realizes the largest fresco ever painted for the Tour de France at Saint-Symphorien-sur-Coise 2019 (1600 m2)
- Appeared in Le Dauphiné libéré and Le Progrès of Lyon 2020
- Residence at StreetArtCity. Creation of Room 128 of the Hotel. May 2019 (censored!)
- Appeared on Topito 2019.
- 4th place in the Painter of Gold at the town hall of Champagne-au-Mont-d’Or 2018
- Exceptional prize from the Town Hall of La Tour de Salvagny 2017
- Winner of the Graffiti battle of the Parlons Basket association 2017
- Author, performer of the “rastamateurs”. Jacquie et Michel. 2012.
- Appeared on Rue89. 2010
- Tintin Foundation BD Laureate in Brussels 2010.
- Elected "blog-Star" for his Blog BD/Graffiti by Skyrock radio 2009
- 9th in the Annecy International Volleyball Tournament 2008
- Penultimate of the European University Ski Championships 1999



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