Exhibition: Journey's Expressions

This December, the Geary Gallery of Darien is excited to present the vibrant paintings of Rye, NY artist, Cécile Roberfroid. Her poignant abstracts will be on display December 4-24 at the Geary Gallery, located at 576 Boston Post Road in Darien. All are welcome and admission is free.

About Cécile Roberfroid

Cécile Roberfroid, a French/American abstract painter, found solace and inspiration in art amidst her nomadic upbringing across countries like Niger, Yemen, and Congo. Her diverse experiences shaped her outlook and fueled her creativity, infusing her work with a dynamic and deeply personal essence.

After earning her Bachelor of Fine Arts from the School of Visual Arts, she pursued further education with master’s degrees in psychology and art therapy. This multidisciplinary background deepened her understanding of human emotions and the therapeutic potential of artistic expression. Her education had a profound impact on the development of her intuitive abstract painting.

In her artwork, Roberfroid delves into the depths of human emotions, using abstract art as a means of navigating unfamiliar environments. From her early years, when she found herself in an American school not speaking a word of English, art became her sanctuary—a universal language that transcends linguistic barriers and offers solace in times of uncertainty.

Driven by her experiences as an art therapist, Roberfroid firmly believes in the transformative power of creative expression. Witnessing the healing and self-expression facilitated by art therapy has reinforced her conviction. Influenced by her wandering upbringing, her artistic journey is characterized by a relentless pursuit of self-expression and emotional exploration.

Through her art, she seeks to bridge the gap between people and emotions, transforming the intangible into something tangible. Her artistic process is free authentic expression for feelings that are often challenging to articulate. Each brushstroke becomes a conduit for emotions, forging a connection that transcends verbal communication. Through her work, she strives to create a visual language that speaks directly to the soul, inviting viewers to embark on their own introspective journeys.

Art has been a constant presence in Roberfroid’s life, offering her a sense of identity and belonging, providing a safe space to focus on the expression of raw emotions and encouraging viewers to find their own meanings. Abstraction mirrors soul intricacies, while color ignites visceral responses, guiding introspective journeys.

Artist Statement: "As I continue on this artistic journey, I hope to inspire others to embrace the transformative power of creativity and find solace in the universal language of art."

To view Roberfroid’s paintings and to read more, visit our online gallery.