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Lucile Prache

Lucile PracheCharged with youthful energy and vitality, Lucile’s vibrant culinary illustrations have

amassed a vast following within the international design scene.

Lucile first emerged within the artistic landscape after graduating from Penninghen Art

School, Paris. Her energetic color palette combined with a unique artistic flare immedi-

ately captivated the attentions of numerous leading European culinary publications. As

a result, her exemplary watercolor skills were showcased in the highly regarded French

cookbook, ‘Les Petites Toques Le Notre’. Combined with her organic approach to draw-

ing, Lucile’s sumptuous use of color breathes life into every tantalizing gastronomic il-

lustration that she creates.

Lucile emerged as a forerunner in the European artistic landscape during the 1980s. Dur-

ing this she founded the Klaxon Graphic Art Studio and worked extensively with a wide

range of internationally renowned clients including, Longchamp, One Kings Lane, Cacha-

rel, Havas Sport, Charles Jordan, Club Med and Galeries Lafayette. Lucile’s work has also

been showcased in numerous leading fashion publications including, Marie Claire, Ad-

vantages and Glow.

After a successful career in advertising and publishing, Lucile is excited to embark on a li-

censing program where her unique artwork will be brought to life on products that range

from home decor including tabletop and kitchen textiles to paper products and wall art.

An Interview with Lucile April 2012

Did you always want to be an artist?

I grew up in a family of Architects, so I have been drawing since I

was a child – It always was and continues to be the best way for

me to express myself.

Do you listen to music while you paint, and if so what music

most sparks your creativity?

I am a rock fan through and through, however, I also love to listen

to repetitive music whilst drawing. I particularly enjoy listening to

Philip Glass’s “Einstein on the Beach Opera”, the hypnotic sounds

are fabulous to work to.

How has your artwork changed or developed over the years?

Tell us a little bit about your technique?

Initially I worked only with paper and collage. I combine all kinds of

things that I find, even objects from the sidewalk! The use of com-

puters has changed some of this. Programs like Photoshop and

Illustrator opened my creative world to endless possibilities! I was

so excited by the new technology that I worked on my tablet for a

number of years without touching a single sheet of paper! One or

two years ago however, I fell back in love with my art supplies and

starting painting with watercolors again.

What inspired you to become an illustrator?

While studying art in Paris I was inspired by a group of French

illustrators, the Bazooka group. They were incredible! Their work

was heavily inspired by punk music and at the time I was com-

pletely enamored with The Sex Pistols.

Describe your work studio/environment.

My studio is in my flat in Paris, or perhaps I should say that my

flat is in my studio as it kind of over runs everything! My kids

consider themselves lucky when they are able to eat dinner in

the kitchen as I can often be found screen-printing on the table!

What song would you chose as the soundtrack to your life?

Golden Brown / The Stranglers because it is a waltz.

What could we expect to find in your refrigerator if we took a

peak right now?

You would find everything for a week long series of pasta meals

for my kids… (and some veggies that I try to conceal within the

pasta!)

If you weren’t an illustrator, what alternate career path might

you have taken?

I would be a dancer for sure!

Who are your favorite artists? What is your greatest influence?

Andy Warhol, Jean Michel Basquiat, Peter Doig, Mick Jagger, Pina Bausch, Lucinds Childs and Trisha Brown.

And, most definitely Pop Art!

What are you currently working on?

I am currently working on silhouettes for a fashion studio in

Paris as well as on a series of watercolor botanical plates as a

personal project.

Tarte Tartin

Madeleines

Lemon Meringue

Macroons

La Tarte Meringuée

Citron

Thé de Citron

Macroons Salade Mix

Teapots and Treats

Strawberry Pie

Fried Chicken

La Ganeche

Cupcakes and Cookies

Le Cake D’Amour

Thé Melange

Daikon and Green

Daikon and Green

Legumes Series

Contact:

Julie R. NewmanPresidentJewel Branding & Licensing1117 Antioch Dr. NEAtlanta, GA 30319

Tel: (404) 303-1872Email: julie@jewelbranding.com

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