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Sophie-Yen Bretez: Powerful, Despite It All

Past exhibition
8 June - 8 July 2023
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Sophie-Yen Bretez: Powerful, Despite It All

In celebration of the gallery's 5th anniversary, JD Malat is thrilled to present Powerful, despite it all, a solo exhibition by French-Vietnamese artist Sophie-Yen Bretez. A champion of emerging female artists, JD Malat is proud to collaborate with WAAW World: Women Artist Art Week in promoting Bretez’s captivating show. On display at the gallery from June 8 to July 8, Powerful, despite it all invites viewers to embark on a kaleidoscopic journey reflecting on themes of memory, pain, and resilience through the lens of universal femininity. 

 

Thought-provoking and relatable Bretez presents a personal narrative on femininity. Inspiring hope and healing through vibrant surrealist compositions she poses questions on self-expression and the social conformities imposed on women. Expressing her own understanding of femininity in the title of her exhibition as “Powerful, despite it all” Bretez, a Vietnam-born French artist, incites an influential dialogue on universal womanhood. Referring to her own identity, history, and resilience Bretez further addresses events inflicted on many women such as violence and sexualization through symbolic and colourful paintings. Resonating with Simone Beauvoir’s notion of ‘the second sex’ in a society where male power is predominant, Bretez thoughtfully composes the portrayal of resistance and strength.

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Works
  • Sophie-Yen Bretez, « What to do with an existence, Marked with the seal, Of contingency? Open and gaping wound, Much too easy to hide. - To find one's place », 2022
    Sophie-Yen Bretez, « What to do with an existence, Marked with the seal, Of contingency? Open and gaping wound, Much too easy to hide. - To find one's place », 2022 Sold
  • Sophie-Yen Bretez, « And maybe one day, When the blue of the night, Will drop on the world, I will no longer be like the rain, Nor the word: - Melancholy. », 2023
    Sophie-Yen Bretez, « And maybe one day, When the blue of the night, Will drop on the world, I will no longer be like the rain, Nor the word: - Melancholy. », 2023
  • Sophie-Yen Bretez, « It's not your fault If the roses fade. Ceaselessly enjoy everything: The foam and the rain and every morning. There is only one regret, Not having had enough - time. », 2023
    Sophie-Yen Bretez, « It's not your fault If the roses fade. Ceaselessly enjoy everything: The foam and the rain and every morning. There is only one regret, Not having had enough - time. », 2023 Sold
  • Sophie-Yen Bretez, « I saw you again after eight years. But deep in your eyes I could no longer see myself. What could I've done against illness And memories fading away? - Nothing but to accept. », 2023
    Sophie-Yen Bretez, « I saw you again after eight years. But deep in your eyes I could no longer see myself. What could I've done against illness And memories fading away? - Nothing but to accept. », 2023
  • Sophie-Yen Bretez, « Swallows of goodbye, Waved by the sad wind of summer, You were not born here. You were taken from the East, And put in the middle of the ocean. - You were meant to be reborn. », 2023
    Sophie-Yen Bretez, « Swallows of goodbye, Waved by the sad wind of summer, You were not born here. You were taken from the East, And put in the middle of the ocean. - You were meant to be reborn. », 2023
Installation Views
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Publications
  • Sophie-Yen Bretez: Powerful, despite it all

    Sophie-Yen Bretez: Powerful, despite it all

    Exhibition Catalogue 2023
    Soft Cover 43 pages
    Publisher: JD Malat Gallery
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Press
  • FORBES: SOPHIE-YEN BRETEZ IN WOMEN ARTISTS ART WEEK

    Joanne Shurvell, June 10, 2023
  • one of sophie yen bretez artworks

    Artistry And Milestones: JD Malat Gallery Commemorates 5th Anniversary With Striking Showcase Of Sophie-Yen Bretez’ Debu

    Deborah Gouineau, Business Mondays, June 9, 2023
  • Image of Sophie-Yen Bretez in her studio

    ART PLUGGED: SOPHIE-YEN BRETEZ, POWERFUL DESPITE IT ALL

    Art Plugged, June 5, 2023
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  • Sophie-Yen Bretez: Powerful, despite it all Publications

    Sophie-Yen Bretez: Powerful, despite it all

    Exhibition Catalogue Jul 6, 2023
    Thought-provoking and relatable Sophie-Yen Bretez presents a timely narrative on femininity. Inspiring hope and healing through vibrant surrealist compositions she poses questions on self-expression and...
    Read more
  • FORBES: SOPHIE-YEN BRETEZ IN WOMEN ARTISTS ART WEEK Press

    FORBES: SOPHIE-YEN BRETEZ IN WOMEN ARTISTS ART WEEK

    Jun 10, 2023
    Essential Highlights Of International Women Artists' Art Week For one week every June, art galleries and institutions around the world commit to showing only female...
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  • Artistry And Milestones: JD Malat Gallery Commemorates 5th Anniversary With Striking Showcase Of Sophie-Yen Bretez’ Debu Press

    Artistry And Milestones: JD Malat Gallery Commemorates 5th Anniversary With Striking Showcase Of Sophie-Yen Bretez’ Debu

    Business Mondays Jun 9, 2023
    JD Malat Gallery, a leading contemporary art destination in London’s Mayfair district, commemorated a momentous occasion on June 7th as it marked its 5th anniversary....
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  • ART PLUGGED: SOPHIE-YEN BRETEZ, POWERFUL DESPITE IT ALL Press

    ART PLUGGED: SOPHIE-YEN BRETEZ, POWERFUL DESPITE IT ALL

    Art Plugged Jun 5, 2023
    JD Malat Gallery is pleased to present 'Powerful, despite it all', the first solo exhibition by French-Vietnamese artist Sophie-Yen Bretez. On display at the gallery...
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  • Q&A with Sophie-Yen Bretez | JD Malat Gallery Videos

    Q&A with Sophie-Yen Bretez | JD Malat Gallery

    May 18, 2023
    @Invest'Art presents an insightful interview with artist Sophie-Yen Bretez, offering a deep dive into her artistic background and creative process as she prepares for her...
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Videos
  • image of artist sophie yen bretez in her studio

    Q&A with Sophie-Yen Bretez | JD Malat Gallery

    @Invest'Art presents an insightful interview with artist Sophie-Yen Bretez, offering a deep dive into her artistic background and creative process as she prepares for her highly anticipated first solo exhibition... Read more

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