In 2022, as I was experiencing my first year as a father, I was often asking myself what impact I would have on my son, and how much my actions will be part of what will make him “him”. I started a slow introspection on the subject, and at the end of the year, I released “Foundations”, a series that focuses on the origins of our identity.

“Tout tracé” is the second act, and its direct continuity. 
In French, it means *“All mapped out”*, referring to the idea of an all planned future or *“a ready made path”.*

This series is the counterpoint of this vision. 

Life is full of surprises, good or bad, and each moment will have an impact on us, creating our set of experiences, many of them involuntary and embedded in our existence.
As humans, we are in constant evolution and therefore, on a quest of identity; of who we really are.
We are surrounded by expectations : from society, culture, religion, parents, friends, family… A list of rules that need to be followed and lived by; but, at the end of the day, I believe that only our choices matter.

Like “Foundations”, the composition of “Tout tracé” is grid based: full of boxes expected to be filled.
But this series is about growth, evolution, expression and re-definition. It’s about fighting against the structure in place, finding our own voice and re-shaping our reality.
It is finding its uniqueness and identity that will be revealed through the millions of lines drawing each artwork, technically signing the idea of “Tout tracé”, that comes with a double meaning: *“All drawn”*.


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Tout tracé #0

Florian Zumbrunn

Tout tracé #206

In late April 2017, I moved to Tokyo. \
After a few months, every local I met asked me, with a sense of pride: "Do you also have four seasons in your country?" as though it was a treasure unique to Japan. Naturally, we do. \
Nearly a year after, at the end of march 2018, I encountered "Hanami," a captivating event marking the beginning of spring, celebrated with the enchanting bloom of the famous "Sakuras" (cherry trees). Japan is renowned for this breathtaking spectacle. Every year, tourists fly to Japan hoping to join the Japanese who gather in parks to welcome the new season; rejoicing in the ephemeral beauty of the blossoms. \
This magical display lasts a mere two weeks at most… And I’ve been lucky enough to experience it in four distinct years. Once, to my amazement, it unfolded beneath a delicate blanket of snow in 2020— a phenomenon last witnessed 32 years prior. \
Today, I’m back in France, re-discovering “our” spring for the second year; and I understand the sentiment of the Japanese people: their four seasons are indeed strikingly distinct. \
That said… My memories as a child are similar; but with a different backdrop. France's spring bursts forth with Wisteria, Tulips, and a vibrant tapestry of flowers and vegetation. \
Winter in Paris paints the city in moody grays. But as spring arrives, it revives. The sun tenderly caresses your face, the wind lovingly envelops you, and your spirits soar. \
In a world where seasons seem to fade away quickly, let's cherish the emotions they bring. This collection is an ode to spring and the essence of those feelings and scents that marks its arrival. \
As climate change alters the spring I experience today compared to my childhood, I wish new generations will be able to enjoy “four seasons” and create their own precious memories.


Scents of Spring #7

When the Serpent takes the floor, the club becomes its jungle, every eye captive to its hypnotic dance.

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Generative art piece, made with Code (Javascript/WebGL)

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Piece at the occasion of REFRACTION PARIS 2023, curated by Agoria

The Serpent's Dance

"Odysseys" is all about diving into a mix of cool digital vibes and a splash of old-school storybook magic. Imagine flipping through your favorite childhood adventure book, but with a twist—there's a bit of a pixel party going on. It's like these pieces are little puzzles, maps of epic tales that happened once upon a time, captured in a single frame. Think of it as a snapshot of a whole adventure from start to finish, with every corner holding a piece of the action.

Each artwork is kind of like a treasure map or a game level that's already been played through. You can zoom into any part of the picture and spot different bits of the story—maybe a fierce battle here, a wild discovery there. It's like having a bird's-eye view of a whole world of tales, all squished into one vibrant, living scene.

The cool thing about these pieces? They're a mix of old and new. You've got pixels and glitches that might remind you of video games, mashed up with these swirly waves that could totally belong in a Van Gogh painting. But let's not stop there. Imagine those waves carrying a bit of that serene, intricate beauty you find in Japanese byōbu panels or estampes—those stunning artworks that tell a story all on their own. It's this blend that's all about sparking that feeling of nostalgia, like a nod to the fun, colorful, and sometimes chaotic stories that filled our heads as kids.

I'm not trying to spell out a specific message with the digital and organic bits clashing and mingling in my work. It's more about creating something that looks cool and feels a bit nostalgic, something that makes you think of adventures and stories in a new way.

What I really hope is that when you check out these pieces, you'll start seeing your own stories in them. I've set the stage with these algorithms and designs, but it's up to you to fill in the blanks. Maybe you'll see a piece and think, "Hey, that looks like the secret forest from that game I loved," or "That totally reminds me of the pirate stories I used to dream about." Or maybe you'll catch a hint of that tranquil, detailed vibe you get from Japanese art, making the story even richer. That's the goal—making art that's not just mine but becomes a bit of yours too.

Odysseys #17

"Emergences" dives into the messy, gritty side of growing up and seeing the world with eyes wide open. This collection is a raw look at how everything's connected yet constantly shifting, revealing the darker undercurrents of change. Picture a maze of patterns where every piece seems familiar but is actually morphing, showing us that nothing stays the same and sometimes, things get more complicated, or even darker, than we expected.

This series is like a wake-up call. It's about those moments when you realize the stories from your past, the ones that painted the world in black and white, are way more complex. It's about peeling back layers to see the reality beneath—how history is shaped by those in power, how conflicts warp our perceptions, and how the truths we cling to might not be truths at all.

"Emergences" isn't about finding beauty in change; it's about confronting the chaos and darkness that come with it. It challenges you to look deeper and acknowledge the unsettling, yet fascinating, ways the world transforms. This collection is an invitation to explore the shadows, to recognize the beauty in the breakdown, and to see the world not as we wish it to be, but as it truly is—ever-changing, unpredictable, and full of depth.

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Emergence #1 is part of "Emergences", a collection of 15 NFTs.

Emergence #1

Tout tracé #204

Tout tracé #228

Tout tracé by Florian Zumbrunn

Scents of Spring #14

Scents of Spring by Florian Zumbrunn

Florian Zumbrunn 1/1s

Odysseys #10

Odysseys by Florian Zumbrunn

"Emergences" dives into the messy, gritty side of growing up and seeing the world with eyes wide open. This collection is a raw look at how everything's connected yet constantly shifting, revealing the darker undercurrents of change. Picture a maze of patterns where every piece seems familiar but is actually morphing, showing us that nothing stays the same and sometimes, things get more complicated, or even darker, than we expected.

This series is like a wake-up call. It's about those moments when you realize the stories from your past, the ones that painted the world in black and white, are way more complex. It's about peeling back layers to see the reality beneath—how history is shaped by those in power, how conflicts warp our perceptions, and how the truths we cling to might not be truths at all.

"Emergences" isn't about finding beauty in change; it's about confronting the chaos and darkness that come with it. It challenges you to look deeper and acknowledge the unsettling, yet fascinating, ways the world transforms. This collection is an invitation to explore the shadows, to recognize the beauty in the breakdown, and to see the world not as we wish it to be, but as it truly is—ever-changing, unpredictable, and full of depth.

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Emergence #15 is part of "Emergences", a collection of 15 NFTs.

Emergence #15

"Emergences" dives into the messy, gritty side of growing up and seeing the world with eyes wide open. This collection is a raw look at how everything's connected yet constantly shifting, revealing the darker undercurrents of change. Picture a maze of patterns where every piece seems familiar but is actually morphing, showing us that nothing stays the same and sometimes, things get more complicated, or even darker, than we expected.

This series is like a wake-up call. It's about those moments when you realize the stories from your past, the ones that painted the world in black and white, are way more complex. It's about peeling back layers to see the reality beneath—how history is shaped by those in power, how conflicts warp our perceptions, and how the truths we cling to might not be truths at all.

"Emergences" is about confronting the chaos and darkness that come with it. It challenges you to look deeper and acknowledge the unsettling, yet fascinating, ways the world transforms.

"Emergences" dives into the messy, gritty side of growing up and seeing the world with eyes wide open. This collection is a raw look at how everything's connected yet constantly shifting, revealing the darker undercurrents of change. Picture a maze of patterns where every piece seems familiar but is actually morphing, showing us that nothing stays the same and sometimes, things get more complicated, or even darker, than we expected.

This series is like a wake-up call. It's about those moments when you realize the stories from your past, the ones that painted the world in black and white, are way more complex. It's about peeling back layers to see the reality beneath—how history is shaped by those in power, how conflicts warp our perceptions, and how the truths we cling to might not be truths at all.

"Emergences" isn't about finding beauty in change; it's about confronting the chaos and darkness that come with it. It challenges you to look deeper and acknowledge the unsettling, yet fascinating, ways the world transforms. This collection is an invitation to explore the shadows, to recognize the beauty in the breakdown, and to see the world not as we wish it to be, but as it truly is—ever-changing, unpredictable, and full of depth.

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Emergence #8 is part of "Emergences", a collection of 15 NFTs.

Emergence #8

Emergences

Le monde chavire, figé dans son propre reflet.

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This project is part of the digital section of Cure³ at Bonhams, curated by Alex Estorick and Foteini Valeonti of reGEN. 

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