Artist Profile: Bénédicte Gelé
Overview
Bénédicte Gelé is a French artist whose work captures the emotional resonance and expressive presence of horses through a refined, semi-abstract lens. Formerly a graphic designer, Gelé now places the line at the center of her practice—using it to evoke movement, tension, and tenderness with precision and grace. Her deep connection to the equestrian world, paired with a foundation in life drawing, informs a visual language where silence, body language, and emotional exchange become the core of each composition.
Through subtle textures, glazes, and layered mark-making, Gelé’s work explores the horse as both subject and metaphor—a conduit for empathy, vulnerability, and human connection. Her practice invites viewers to engage in quiet reflection, drawing them into an intimate space where form and feeling coalesce.
Featured Artwork
Bushwick Gallery
- Artwork Title: Face to Face 80t
- Year of Creation: 2024
- Medium: Mixed media (acrylics, chalk, charcoal) on paper
- Dimensions: 22 x 16.5 inches