Jean-Remi Barbier

Born in Champagne, France / Works in Manhattan, New York

BIO

Jean Remi Barbier, known as J-Art, is a French artist based in New York, deeply influenced by neo-pop, abstract expressionism, and street art. Born in Champagne, France, Barbier moved to New York in 2015, where he began creating art, using mixed media techniques like acrylic, spray paint, and collage. Skulls and modern consumerism are recurring themes in his work, which reflects his view on today's world. He often creates on his rooftop, drawing inspiration from the city's energy.

J-Art’s work merges neo-pop, abstract expressionism, and street art, embodying the vibrant energy of New York. He uses mixed media—acrylic, spray paint, and collage— to express his reflections on contemporary life. Themes of vanity, consumerism, and personal development are central, symbolized often by skull imagery. His art bridges personal introspection with societal critique, exploring the tension between fleeting beauty and material excess. Each piece is a bold experiment, but one guided by careful attention to detail and layered meaning.