Pablo Picasso (2021) Printmaking by Jisbar

Jean-Baptiste Launay, alias Jisbar, is a French pop-street artist. Jisbar has earned worldwide renown as the pioneering artist who reinterprets classic art masterpieces, such as the Mona Lisa, Frida Kahlo, Klimt, and Warhol, through his unique blend of pop and street art. This distinctive fusion of influences has forged a clear and unparalleled artistic identity that continues to inspire artists and brands globally. Each artwork transcends the notion of a simple remake, as it is imbued with words, slogans, numbers, and codes that construct a new narrative awaiting decipherment. Every detail invites viewers to seek their own clues, fostering a captivating engagement. The profusion of symbols generates fresh perspectives, revealing new elements and interpretations with each contemplation of the painting.

From San Francisco to the Gold Coast, Taipei to Venice, Paris to London, Jisbar's works grace numerous galleries worldwide. His art has also found a home in esteemed museums such as the Manarat Al Saadiyat in Abu Dhabi and the Musée National d'Histoire de l'Immigration in Paris. At the latter, Jisbar presented his piece titled "Love is the new fame" to French President François Hollande during an art exhibition denouncing racism and anti-Semitism. His collaborations with renowned brands, including BMW, Armani, LG, IKKS, and MotoGP world champion Fabio Quartararo, have further solidified his global reputation.

Jisbar is particularly recognized for his notable tribute to Leonardo da Vinci on the 500th anniversary of the artist's death. He achieved a remarkable feat by sending a reimagined version of his Mona Lisa into space, hovering 33.4 km above the Earth for over an hour and a half. Jisbar became the first artist to accomplish this extraordinary milestone, receiving widespread acclaim from the international media for his technical achievement.

Beyond his artistic endeavors, Jisbar is a committed advocate who takes annual action in support of universal causes, such as environmental protection and the fight against racism. He actively participated in the #RaceAgainstCovid campaign organized by Ducati and generously donated his artwork titled "Ducati Mona Lisa" to a charity auction, raising €170,000 for the Sant'Orsola Polyclinic Hospital in Bologna.

More recently, he contributed a new painting to the Telethon, a French charity event held for 30 hours every year in early December to raise funds for neuromuscular disease research.

• Nationality: FRANCE
• Date of birth : unknown date
• Artistic domains: Represented by a Gallery,
• Groups: Contemporary French Artists Artists presented by a gallery