Stéphanie Tosi, founder of Carré d'artistes, reflects on the journey that sparked the adventure
"Some stories are born from years of planning. Others begin in a single, unforgettable moment.Art has been part of my life since childhood. At the age of seven, I walked through the doors of an art school for the very first time. There, I discovered a place where imagination could flourish, where the world could be seen through a different lens, and where emotions could speak freely.
Life eventually took me down another path. After graduating from business school, I joined a major international company, where I spent eight exciting years. Yet art never left me. I kept painting, visiting artists' studios, and meeting inspiring creators.
Then one journey changed everything."
—a place where hundreds of artists connect
with thousands of art lovers around the world."
For more than twenty-five years, we have stood by one simple belief
Art is not a luxury. Art is life.
It is there for life's defining moments.
It inspires us to travel, reflect, and sometimes simply smile.
It reminds us of what truly moves us.
Yet for many years, contemporary art remained hidden behind doors that many people never dared to open.
Reveal the people who bring it to life.
Discovering today’s talents. Revealing tomorrow’s artists.
From the very beginning, one belief has guided us: talent is everywhere, but visibility is rare.
For more than 25 years, we have explored artists' studios, portfolios, and exhibitions in search of creators who move us, surprise us, and offer a fresh perspective on the world.
Before we are gallery owners, we are talent scouts. We are passionate about recognizing that unique spark before it is discovered by the wider world.
Then comes another mission: creating meaningful connections. Between an artist and their audience. Between an artwork that tells a story and the person who sees their own story reflected in it.
Since day one, Carré d'artistes has been building these connections, founded on trust, curiosity, and emotion.
"Art always begins with an encounter."
No intimidation. No elitism. No distance. Just emotion.
In 2001, we opened our very first gallery with what seemed like an almost naïve idea: to create a place where everyone could simply walk in.
Look.
Take their time.
Ask questions.
Fall in love with an artwork.
And perhaps leave with it.
"Culture creates connections where so many things divide us."
What Drives Us
An enduring passion. A stronger conviction than ever.
Much has changed since we opened our very first gallery.
The world. Our cities. The way we live.
But our belief has never changed.
We believe artists need places where they can thrive.
We believe everyone deserves to live surrounded by beauty.
We believe culture creates connections where so many things divide us.
And more than ever, we believe that the encounter between a person and a work of art is something truly precious.
Perhaps even a little magical.
That's why Carré d'artistes exists.
And that's why we continue moving forward.
