Calamar et encre  – Simple life

Calamar et encre – Simple life is an oil painting depicting a squid presented in isolation against a light, neutral background. The composition emphasizes contrast between the deep blacks of the ink and the surrounding surface, allowing form and texture to emerge with clarity and precision.

The work, inspired by a dish served in a Michelin-starred restaurant, explores material presence and visual tension through a restrained palette. Subtle reflections, dense shadows, and fluid contours draw attention to the physicality of the subject, transforming a simple motif into a contemplative still life.

Created by Virginie Martin-Blaise, this painting is part of the Simple life series, where ordinary objects are approached with focus and restraint, inviting close observation and a quiet, intimate engagement with everyday forms.