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Timeless Traces: Marceau Verdiere's Journey from Freshwater to Global Galleries
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Marceau Verdiere's studio will be open both weekends June 7-8 and June 14-15 at 386 Howard Heights Rd in Freshwater during Open Studios.
EUREKA, Calif. - EntSun -- In his sunlit studio nestled among the redwoods of Freshwater, California, Marceau Verdiere layers oil paints onto canvas—then removes most of it—as a meditation on time's invisible fingerprints. Far from Freshwater, his paintings hang in collections across Europe, Asia, and Russia. His work has been exhibited in solo shows in Paris, Vienna, and Barcelona; in residency exhibitions in Japan, Italy, and Sweden; and even in sacred spaces like the Abbatiale St. Pierre et Paul in Wissembourg. So how does a Freshwater-based artist extend his reach to the far corners of the world?
"I have traveled extensively throughout my life and always sought to make new connections and friends wherever I go. I cultivate those relationships," says Verdiere. But, he adds, "It's more complicated than that. I want to credit the friends who have helped me along the way to connect with opportunities. In addition, knocking on doors is a must—and being willing to endure a lot of rejection is part of the process. I contacted more than 40 galleries in Paris before finding the right fit with Galerie Coin de Ciel."
Verdiere has lived in Humboldt County since 2002 and in the U.S. since 1991. Born and raised in France, he now calls Freshwater home. His studio-gallery offers a perfect setting to reflect on the inspirations behind his work. "I paint what I imagine a soul might look like—if we could see its patina, the accumulation of traces and imprints left by life's experiences. I take my visual cues from the inherent beauty found on all surfaces that show the passage of time—in decay, damage, imperfection, and the ephemeral. It's a direct result of my years studying traditional Japanese aesthetic philosophies."
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Verdiere also worked as an arts educator for 20 years at Northcoast Preparatory Academy, often taking students around the world to experience diverse cultures. "Teaching taught me to see art as a conversation and a call to adventure. Over the course of my teaching career, I took students to 17 countries—from Europe to Asia to Africa—creating meaningful memories, the kind that leave a mark, a trace, an imprint on your soul. Those are the kinds of impressions I try to evoke in my work."
Verdiere is deeply grateful for the nurturing environment that Humboldt offers to artists. "We may be rural and have to hustle twice as hard, but the art scene here is terrific. The community's support for artists is real and intentional, and our local cultural and political leaders truly understand the value of creativity. I owe my confidence as an artist to Humboldt," says Verdiere.
Outside of Humboldt, one experience stands out as the catalyst for his international recognition: a 2012 Jiwar Residency in Barcelona. There, he refined his philosophy of time and memory while creating alongside a cohort of international artists, including Sameer Farooq, Mirjam Linschooten, and Thomas Block. "My residency at Jiwar—and Mireia and Ahmed, the wonderful couple who ran it—along with the other artists, created an environment that inspired me in such a profound way. It awakened something in me that never went quiet again. It gave me a thirst for alternative creative perspectives and fundamentally changed how I exist as an artist, thanks to these beautiful humans."
Shortly after that residency, the Alsatian Catholic Diocese invited Verdiere to create an exhibit in the cathedral in Wissembourg. The project engaged him for three years before the exhibit, A Moment of Doubt, transformed the cathedral into a contemplative dialogue between faith and uncertainty. Critics praised its "raw introspection," and it drew both pilgrims and art enthusiasts. "After that," Verdiere reflects, "it was clear that I would exist as an artist in both Humboldt and the world."
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Of course, exhibiting internationally presents logistical challenges. "When you live in Humboldt, everything is far. Getting yourself and your paintings out into the world is expensive and complicated—especially when your work is large," he says.
Verdiere adapts by creating abroad during residencies or renting studios in Europe. "I love my studio here, but I've learned to work in many different kinds of spaces—shared residency studios, old barns, summer gardens, and more. Each one inevitably influences my work, and I love that."
Rather than relying on literal rural imagery, Verdiere's paintings evoke the passage of time through layered textures and muted tones. His recurring themes—memory, impermanence—transcend geography, resonating in urban galleries and sacred spaces alike. One Paris critic described his work as an "archaeology of the soul."
"My travels have taught me to smell, touch, and lose myself," Verdiere reflects. "But Humboldt's stillness lets me hear what time leaves behind."
This year, Verdiere is focusing locally. He serves as the residency coordinator for Creekside Arts, welcoming artists from South Korea, Palestine, India, Canada, and the U.S. He will also participate in both weekends of North Coast Open Studios, followed by an exhibit at the Morris Graves Museum in August and September. Looking further ahead, a new solo exhibition at Galerie Coin de Ciel in Paris is planned for May 2026, and he has creative project proposals in development in Japan, Switzerland, Germany, and Argentina.
"The world is an incredible place, filled with beautiful humans who, like us, want to live a life of peace. I hope to meet many more new friends, be surprised by much more art and culture, and witness the beauty of existing across the globe."
Back in his studio, Verdiere smiles at a photo from Wissembourg—his painting suspended between ancient stone pillars. "Time," he says, "connects us all. Even here, in the quiet."
"I have traveled extensively throughout my life and always sought to make new connections and friends wherever I go. I cultivate those relationships," says Verdiere. But, he adds, "It's more complicated than that. I want to credit the friends who have helped me along the way to connect with opportunities. In addition, knocking on doors is a must—and being willing to endure a lot of rejection is part of the process. I contacted more than 40 galleries in Paris before finding the right fit with Galerie Coin de Ciel."
Verdiere has lived in Humboldt County since 2002 and in the U.S. since 1991. Born and raised in France, he now calls Freshwater home. His studio-gallery offers a perfect setting to reflect on the inspirations behind his work. "I paint what I imagine a soul might look like—if we could see its patina, the accumulation of traces and imprints left by life's experiences. I take my visual cues from the inherent beauty found on all surfaces that show the passage of time—in decay, damage, imperfection, and the ephemeral. It's a direct result of my years studying traditional Japanese aesthetic philosophies."
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Verdiere also worked as an arts educator for 20 years at Northcoast Preparatory Academy, often taking students around the world to experience diverse cultures. "Teaching taught me to see art as a conversation and a call to adventure. Over the course of my teaching career, I took students to 17 countries—from Europe to Asia to Africa—creating meaningful memories, the kind that leave a mark, a trace, an imprint on your soul. Those are the kinds of impressions I try to evoke in my work."
Verdiere is deeply grateful for the nurturing environment that Humboldt offers to artists. "We may be rural and have to hustle twice as hard, but the art scene here is terrific. The community's support for artists is real and intentional, and our local cultural and political leaders truly understand the value of creativity. I owe my confidence as an artist to Humboldt," says Verdiere.
Outside of Humboldt, one experience stands out as the catalyst for his international recognition: a 2012 Jiwar Residency in Barcelona. There, he refined his philosophy of time and memory while creating alongside a cohort of international artists, including Sameer Farooq, Mirjam Linschooten, and Thomas Block. "My residency at Jiwar—and Mireia and Ahmed, the wonderful couple who ran it—along with the other artists, created an environment that inspired me in such a profound way. It awakened something in me that never went quiet again. It gave me a thirst for alternative creative perspectives and fundamentally changed how I exist as an artist, thanks to these beautiful humans."
Shortly after that residency, the Alsatian Catholic Diocese invited Verdiere to create an exhibit in the cathedral in Wissembourg. The project engaged him for three years before the exhibit, A Moment of Doubt, transformed the cathedral into a contemplative dialogue between faith and uncertainty. Critics praised its "raw introspection," and it drew both pilgrims and art enthusiasts. "After that," Verdiere reflects, "it was clear that I would exist as an artist in both Humboldt and the world."
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Of course, exhibiting internationally presents logistical challenges. "When you live in Humboldt, everything is far. Getting yourself and your paintings out into the world is expensive and complicated—especially when your work is large," he says.
Verdiere adapts by creating abroad during residencies or renting studios in Europe. "I love my studio here, but I've learned to work in many different kinds of spaces—shared residency studios, old barns, summer gardens, and more. Each one inevitably influences my work, and I love that."
Rather than relying on literal rural imagery, Verdiere's paintings evoke the passage of time through layered textures and muted tones. His recurring themes—memory, impermanence—transcend geography, resonating in urban galleries and sacred spaces alike. One Paris critic described his work as an "archaeology of the soul."
"My travels have taught me to smell, touch, and lose myself," Verdiere reflects. "But Humboldt's stillness lets me hear what time leaves behind."
This year, Verdiere is focusing locally. He serves as the residency coordinator for Creekside Arts, welcoming artists from South Korea, Palestine, India, Canada, and the U.S. He will also participate in both weekends of North Coast Open Studios, followed by an exhibit at the Morris Graves Museum in August and September. Looking further ahead, a new solo exhibition at Galerie Coin de Ciel in Paris is planned for May 2026, and he has creative project proposals in development in Japan, Switzerland, Germany, and Argentina.
"The world is an incredible place, filled with beautiful humans who, like us, want to live a life of peace. I hope to meet many more new friends, be surprised by much more art and culture, and witness the beauty of existing across the globe."
Back in his studio, Verdiere smiles at a photo from Wissembourg—his painting suspended between ancient stone pillars. "Time," he says, "connects us all. Even here, in the quiet."
Source: Manifesto Synergies
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