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Virginie Rasmont, a French visual artist based in Paris, stands out for her artistic approach, deeply rooted in the quest for a balance between universa- lity, spirituality, and political engagement. Her work fosters a dialogue around femininity, the body, and intimate relationships, with the notion of "care" at the heart of her practice.

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At the center of her reflection lies the female body, which emerges both as a symbol of emancipation and a political issue. Drawing inspiration from contemporary thinkers such as Camille Froide- vaux-Metterie in her book Un corps à soi (A Body of One’s Own), Virginie Rasmont strives to decons- truct the objectification of the female body. Her art transforms into spaces of reclaiming, where the body becomes a site of liberation and personal expression. This exploration extends to her podcast, Vivre son corps (Living One’s Body), which provides a platform for discussions on women's relationships with their bodies, encouraging the sharing of perso- nal experiences and reflections.

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This contemplation of the body also serves as a means to explore the inner and collective dimensions of our existence. Through her creations, she examines the passage of time, the duality between the visible (the body) and the invisible (the soul), and what unites us as humans: our vulnerability and flaws, as well as the immaterial traces we leave behind. What remains when we are no longer here? What do we inherit—gene- tically and spiritually?

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Working primarily on paper, Virginie Rasmont employs mixed media techniques—watercolor, ink, and acrylic—allowing her to play with textures and transparencies, reflecting her intuitive and emotional approach. Her compositions, seemingly abstract, are actually fragmented representations of the female body in all its plurality: vulnerable under its own gaze, yet powerful enough to create life. Voluptuous, almost hyperbolic curves are adorned with symbols such as the eye, whose shape evokes that of a vulva, or the heart, which signifies not only affection but also vitality.

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Her murals elevate her exploration of the body to a monumental scale, inviting the audience into a collec- tive and immersive experience in public spaces. References to iconic figures such as Niki de Saint Phalle, Georgia O’Keeffe, and Henri Matisse imbue her work, celebrating the vitality and power of female bodies.

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As a former healthcare professional, the artist incorporates a therapeutic dimension into her art, enriching her practice with her sensitive experience: the difficulty of navigating emotions, the acceptance of one’s shadow side, and ultimately, renewal. Her art depicts a sensual and spiritual unfolding, accessible to all. Through her work, Virginie Rasmont offers a universal reflection on the freedom of the female body, ques- tioning the narratives surrounding it and celebrating the diversity of lived experiences. In a world in flux, her art stands as a call for reinvention and self-celebration—a gesture of healing and reclamation.