Nadine Vergues
Nadine Vergues, a contemporary French artist, embarked on her artistic journey at the age of 16 when she joined the Fine Arts. However, life's inevitable course unfolded, leading her into the roles of wife and mother, temporarily distancing her from the dreams that initially fueled her artistic pursuits.
In 2005, amidst an industrial wasteland, Nadine stumbled upon a transformative encounter with a piece of felt. To her revelation, this industrial felt originated from plastic recycling and found common use as sound insulation in automobiles. Intrigued by its raw and rudimentary nature, Nadine developed a profound connection with the material, prompting her to invent techniques that involved diverting iron and wood tools. The soldering iron, in particular, became her indispensable creative tool.
In her artistic process, Nadine manipulates the felt with bold and instinctive gestures—altering, burning, rusting, cutting, polishing, and subjecting the material to various forms of mistreatment. This dynamic engagement quickly evolved, leading her to embrace the identity of a sculptor. The industrial felt she works with not only reflects contemporary temporal flexibility but also serves as a conduit for capturing the intuitive essence of the world within the intimate space of her creations.
Nadine Vergues has gained recognition with her works being presented by galleries in France and Seoul, South Korea. Her artistic portfolio includes participation in numerous group and individual exhibitions, as well as appearances at prominent art fairs such as Lille Art'up, St'Art, Art Montpellier, Salon d'Automne Paris, and Artcité. Her affiliation with the Fondation Taylor, along with publications in various press outlets and art magazines, underscores the impact and significance of her artistic contributions. Nadine's creations have found homes in both public and private collections, solidifying her presence as a distinctive force in the contemporary art scene.
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Portraits • 5 artworks
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Grands portraits acrylique sur bâche ( en feutre industriel )
Nymphes • 3 artworks
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Quatre sentinelles se tiennent dans un jardin, le murmure de la mousse et du lichen en toile de fond. [...]
Quatre sentinelles se tiennent dans un jardin, le murmure de la mousse et du lichen en toile de fond.
Ces nymphes, de textures qui évoquent les étoffes de la nature, semblent susurrer des secrets antiques avec chaque pore de leur être minéral.
Ces nymphes, de textures qui évoquent les étoffes de la nature, semblent susurrer des secrets antiques avec chaque pore de leur être minéral.
coloriages • 4 artworks
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j'adore utiliser des crayons de couleur comme
un pied-de-nez à l'enfance quand c'était interdit de déborder ...
un pied-de-nez à l'enfance quand c'était interdit de déborder ...
tableaux en feutre industriel • 5 artworks
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J'ai la chance d'habiter au fond de l'Aveyron sur un causse magnifique et sauvage. Quotidiennement je [...]
J'ai la chance d'habiter au fond de l'Aveyron sur un causse magnifique et sauvage.
Quotidiennement je m'y promène, ensuite je dessine, je peins et puis naissent des tableaux légèrement en bas-relief.
Mon feutre a un rendu rustique et un toucher très proche de l'écorce.
Quotidiennement je m'y promène, ensuite je dessine, je peins et puis naissent des tableaux légèrement en bas-relief.
Mon feutre a un rendu rustique et un toucher très proche de l'écorce.
Dernières Œuvres • 16 artworks
View allSold by ARTOTHEQUE MONTPELLIER • 2 artworks
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Recognition
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The artist's works have been noticed by the editorial staff
Sold in galleries
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The artist is sold in galleries
Presented in Art Fairs
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The artist participates in art shows and fairs
Professional Artist
Exercises the profession of artist as a main activity
Exercises the profession of artist as a main activity
Biography
Nadine Vergues, a contemporary French artist, embarked on her artistic journey at the age of 16 when she joined the Fine Arts. However, life's inevitable course unfolded, leading her into the roles of wife and mother, temporarily distancing her from the dreams that initially fueled her artistic pursuits.
In 2005, amidst an industrial wasteland, Nadine stumbled upon a transformative encounter with a piece of felt. To her revelation, this industrial felt originated from plastic recycling and found common use as sound insulation in automobiles. Intrigued by its raw and rudimentary nature, Nadine developed a profound connection with the material, prompting her to invent techniques that involved diverting iron and wood tools. The soldering iron, in particular, became her indispensable creative tool.
In her artistic process, Nadine manipulates the felt with bold and instinctive gestures—altering, burning, rusting, cutting, polishing, and subjecting the material to various forms of mistreatment. This dynamic engagement quickly evolved, leading her to embrace the identity of a sculptor. The industrial felt she works with not only reflects contemporary temporal flexibility but also serves as a conduit for capturing the intuitive essence of the world within the intimate space of her creations.
Nadine Vergues has gained recognition with her works being presented by galleries in France and Seoul, South Korea. Her artistic portfolio includes participation in numerous group and individual exhibitions, as well as appearances at prominent art fairs such as Lille Art'up, St'Art, Art Montpellier, Salon d'Automne Paris, and Artcité. Her affiliation with the Fondation Taylor, along with publications in various press outlets and art magazines, underscores the impact and significance of her artistic contributions. Nadine's creations have found homes in both public and private collections, solidifying her presence as a distinctive force in the contemporary art scene.
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Nationality:
FRANCE
- Date of birth : 1957
- Artistic domains: Works by professional artists,
- Groups: Professional Artist Contemporary French Artists

Ongoing and Upcoming art events
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Education
1974 - 1977
Beaux-Arts
Sète et ensuite Toulouse,
France
Artist value certified
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Galleries & Groups
Presented by ARTOTHEQUE MONTPELLIER

Achievements
Residencies
2022
Résidence D'artiste En Collège
Rouillac en Charentes,
France
2015
Résidence D'artiste Durant La Semaine Française
Sao Paulo,
Brésil,
France
Activity on ArtMajeur
Last modification date : Apr 21, 2025
(Member since 2017)
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Artworks by Nadine Vergues added to favorite collections: 58
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Added Mar 31, 2023
Festival Artistes à suivre (11)
Haute-Vallée de l'Aude
Thursday
18
May
2023
Monday
22
May
2023
Added Mar 31, 2023
Exposition personnelle La Cabane du Tayrac
Tayrac, Aveyron, France
Saturday
27
May
2023
Sunday
16
July
2023
Added Mar 31, 2023
Exposition galerie l’Escale sur l’île d’Oléron
Oléron, France
Friday
16
June
2023
Sunday
9
July
2023
Added Mar 31, 2023
Sculpteur invitée d’honneur salon de Portiragnes (34)
Agde, France
Saturday
8
April
2023
Sunday
7
May
2023
Added Mar 31, 2023
Sculpteur invité d’honneur salon des Beaux-Arts de BALMA (31)
31130 Balma, France
Saturday
18
February
2023
Sunday
5
March
2023
Sculpteur invité d’honneur salon des Beaux-Arts de BALMA (31)
Sculpteur invitée d’honneur salon de Portiragnes (34)
Artistes à suivre (11)
Exposition personnelle La Cabane du Tayrac (12) juin/juillet
Exposition en duo galerie l’Escale sur l’île d’Oléron 15 juin/9 juillet
Reviews and comments

©2023 Nadine Vergues
Est-ce que le major d'homme va (peut) revenir à la vente ?
J’appréhendais un peu, j’avoue. Est-ce que je ne m’étais pas emballé un peu vite ? Et, d’abord, à mieux y réfléchir, comment des chutes de textile artificiel pouvaient être le support d’émotions et même de créativité ? Du sentiment pur plastoc c’est sans doute ce qui allait m’être livré.
Eh bien non. Rien que du vrai sensible, une pièce taillée au cœur du naturel et du sentiment. Nadine Vergues est une couturière d’amour. Sa femme de suie et son oiseau frileux assemblés par ses soins rayonnent de bienveillance et de tendresse.
Et en les regardant il m’arrive d’avoir l’impression de devenir meilleur. Plus humain peut-être. En tout cas moins vide et plus serein. Et je me réjouis d’avoir fait en sorte qu’ils s’installent chez moi.
Merci beaucoup Guy pour vos gentils mots ... je comprends votre apréhension préalable.Tant qu'on ne connait pas ce matériau, c'est difficile je sais ! ... et en général quand on le connait, on l'aime.
moi je le travaille et l'aime depuis plus de 15 ans maintenant.
Avec son écriture bien personnelle, Nadine Vergues est une artiste qui compte pour moi parmi ceux qui me touchent profondément. Sa démarche solitaire me procure de l’émotion, de l’étonnement, de la réflexion, du plaisir. C’est une artiste majeure de notre époque que je suis depuis bien des années avec passion.
des œuvres dont je ne me lasse, certaines que j'ai la chance d'avoir chez moi. Un monde tout en émotion... Une artiste dont le travail me touche particulièrement
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