Julie Legrand’s tactile work explores the never-ending possibilities of print

In a world increasingly preoccupied with the online sphere, a number of creatives are taking a stand. Julie Legrand is one such creative, whose practice remedies excessive screen time by producing imaginative, experimental and beautiful printed ephemera.

First gaining a diploma at École Supérieure d'Art de Lorraine in Épinal, France, Julie later studied for a masters at CIEC Foundation in Betanzos, Spain, where she learned printmaking techniques. Later working across micro-publishing, fanzines and printmaking and settling in Séte, Julie co-founded Cyclo with friends in 2022 – “an art space dedicated to the production and diffusion of graphic and visual arts and printmaking.”

Throughout Julie’s organic work – full of both delicate and expressive lines – you can expect to come across still lifes (of which she is a “fervent enthusiast”), culinary scenes and simple objects from everyday life. All of these factors come together to create something truly special; an intimate, peaceful portfolio that “generates a connection between the personal and universal sphere”. Something to be touched as much as it is seen, Julie’s work proves the print industry to be as innovative as ever.