Le Yack (1972) - The Weight of the Empty Swing

This work features a female figure suspended between sky and sea, immobile on a swing above the water. Dressed in a bright red swimsuit, she faces the horizon in a posture that is at once fragile and determined. The absence of movement, the emptiness around her, and the presence of a second unoccupied swing reinforce a sensation of frozen time, almost meditative. The minimalist composition, the soft palette, and the diffuse light evoke a silent waiting, a moment suspended between past and future. Inspired by Edward Hopper's aesthetics, this painting invites the viewer to project their own story into this open space, between solitude, freedom, and contemplation.

Le Yack, emerging French pop and street art artist. Alexandre Pelletier, known as Le Yack, was born in 1972 in Tours. During his studies, he joined the École Supérieure d'Art et de Design (ESAD) in Orléans. He is an art director in publishing and on the web. Instagram @leyack45. He is exhibited within a network of about forty galleries in France, Germany, Belgium, and the United States.

Artwork features:
Signature: Hand-signed by the artist on the front and back of the work.
Technique: Giclée print on canvas, using a high-quality pigment print for faithful reproduction of details and colors.
Edition: Limited to 20 copies, individually numbered.
Dimensions: 40 x 40 cm.
Framing: Delivered ready to frame, according to your preferences.
Authenticity: Accompanied by an authenticity certificate signed by the artist.
Shipping: Shipped from France, with secure packaging to ensure delivery in perfect condition.

Inspired by classical and modern painting, Le Yack brings a contemporary perspective to his creations by incorporating elements emblematic of pop and urban culture. His works are characterized by vivid colors, dynamic shapes, and expressive compositions.

The artist also explores different forms of artistic production. Some of his works are reproduced in series on canvas-stretched frames, thus creating limited editions accessible to a wider audience. Other works are created as unique paintings on canvas, adding an exclusive and authentic dimension to his collection.

Le Yack's style reflects a fusion between traditional art and the endless possibilities offered by digital technology. His innovative approach and skilled use of digital resources allow him to create original works that captivate the eye and invite reflection.

Exhibitions

Date: December 2025
4Art Paris

Date: June 2025
Mairie de Saint-Jean-le-Blanc
France - Saint-Jean-le-Blanc

Date: March 2025
Galerie Lurquin
Belgium - Dinant

Date: June 2024
Fine Arts Selection
France - Arcachon

Date: May 2024
Palais des Arts
France - Dinard

Date: March 2024
Galerie l’Art ancien
France - Orléans

Date: September 2023
Espace Desfriches
France - Olivet

Date: September 2023
SWISSARTEXPO 2023
Switzerland - Zürich Hauptbahnhof

Date: September 2023
One Martine Gallery
1 Martine Ave, White Plains,
NY 10606, United States

Date: August 2023
Empreinte Galerie
3 Rue d\'Alibert
France - Orléans

Date: August–December 2023
Galerie d'art Carré d'artistes
Rueil-Malmaison

Date: June–December 2023
Galerie d'art Carré d'artistes
France - Lille

Date: October 2022
Espace CO\'Met
Rue du Président Robert Schuman

Keywords: contemporary figurative painting, Hopper-inspired art, introspective scene, solitary woman, seashore, ocean horizon, swing, silence, waiting, nostalgia, poetic painting, contemplative atmosphere, narrative art, modern painting, emotional art, feminine solitude, timeless work, digital painting