Tom Geleb
Tom GELEB, whose real name is Thomas GELEBART, is a self-taught French artist born in 1986 in Brest. After growing up in French Polynesia, a region that continues to fuel his artistic inspiration, he settled in Paris. The profound impact of the Paris attacks in 2015 turned his artistic approach towards an exploration of love, the central emotion of his work.
The recurring element in his creations is the character of Téva, a «heart blower» who symbolizes love and kindness. The name Téva, which means «the great traveler» and «the shower of love» in Tahitian, captures the essence of this character who travels through Tom's art to spread love. Téva is often depicted in black and white with patterns reminiscent of traditional Polynesian tattoos, thus reflecting the artist's cultural roots.
Tom GELEB uses various mediums for his works, ranging from canvases and drawings to graffiti and urban collages, allowing Téva to integrate into the daily lives of Parisian street passersby. Each appearance of Téva in public spaces is an evocative scene, a constant reminder that love can and should be present in every daily gesture.
In addition to his work on canvas and in the streets, Tom GELEB also innovated by creating a digital advent calendar in 2021, blending original drawings and poems. This initiative demonstrates his desire to push the boundaries of his artistic expression and engage his audience in an interactive and contemporary way.
Tom GELEB's artistic universe is therefore not limited to galleries and urban spaces, but also extends to the digital realm, where he continues to explore new ways of communicating about love and humanity through art.
