Featured Artist

Philippe Halaburda is a French-born artist with over twenty-five years of experience making abstract and colorful art about psychogeography mapping following the creative drifting process. He graduated through the Art and Graphic Design School EDTA Sornas in Paris, and in September 2020, he moved to Newburgh, NY.
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Artist Statement

As an artist, I am captivated by the intricate connections between individuals and their surroundings, particularly through the lens of psychogeographical mapping. My work unravels hidden layers of meaning and emotion within the urban landscape, exploring how our environment molds our perceptions and shapes our experiences.
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My creative process involves immersive walks through diverse neighborhoods, where keen observations are transformed into paintings, drawings, and various mediums. These fragmented cartographies reveal the complex undercurrents of our intimate and collective interactions within these spaces. Beyond human experiences, I employ coded algorithms to incorporate geographic and collective data, weaving connections with the nonhuman world—objects, plants, trees, and animals. This approach unveils unconscious interconnections, constructing a broader mental architecture of our- selves.

I focus on the transformative potential of psychogeographical mapping, envisioning living spaces as hubs of creative potential. By reimagining our relationship with the environment, we explore new possibilities and innovative ways of engaging with the world. Through my art, I aspire to contribute to this exploration, encouraging others to delve into the psychogeographical dimensions of their surroundings. Together, we can uncover fresh perspectives, fostering a collective journey toward creative transformation.

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