Charlie Barthelet
b. 1985, France ∙ CE artist since 2009
Charlie Barthelet creates large sculptural objects by wrapping shapes in layers of yarn and fabric, linking them together to make organic, lyrical pieces. He is a quiet and hard-working presence at Creativity Explored, deriving pleasure from the artistic process and the tactile qualities of his materials. Barthelet also enjoys drawing – his 2-D work is characterized by groupings of figures, often animals like cats or dogs, each showcasing a unique geometry.
Barthelet joined Creativity Explored after graduating from nearby Mission High School. He is an international traveler who spends many summers in the country of his descent.
Select Exhibitions & Projects
2017
Spring-Summer Pop-up, Parlor, San Francisco, CA
2016
Pass Away - Dia de los Muertos Altar, Davies Symphony Hall, San Francisco, CA
2014
A Curious Menagerie, Creativity Explored, San Francisco, CA
2013
Outsider Artists, Oakland International Airport, Oakland, CA
2011
Faces, Jack Fischer Gallery, San Francisco, CA
Black and White and Read All Over, Creativity Explored, San Francisco, CA
2010
Ritual/Habitual, Creativity Explored, San Francisco, CA
Santos y Otros Creatures, Creativity Explored, San Francisco, CA
2009
"Science" Fiction, Creativity Explored, San Francisco, CA
2008
Finders Keepers, Creativity Explored, San Francisco, CA
Fibrocosm, Creativity Explored, San Francisco, CA
Insects Insectos, Creativity Explored, San Francisco, CA
2007
Naked, Creativity Explored, San Francisco, CA
2006
Nature Rules, Creativity Explored, San Francisco, CA