At a glance
The American artist makes her French debut with a series of new paintings that capture the muted tones of winter light across landscapes and portraits.
Why go
This is a chance to see how Casteel translates her signature focus on human connection into a cooler, earthy palette, alongside intimate botanical studies painted directly from life.
You'll see
New figurative paintings · Winter landscapes · Botanical studies · Works on kinship · Subdued seasonal colors
Pace of visit
The show consists of recent canvases that allow for a quiet, contemplative walk through the gallery rooms.
Don't miss
The smaller botanical works, painted sur le vif, which act as floral portraits mirroring the stillness of the human subjects.
Artlovers Tip
Pay attention to how the cool light in the landscapes mirrors the mood of the portraits; the artist intended these to be seen as a cohesive exploration of winter.
Inside the exhibition
Meet the artist
Description
Jordan Casteel: Winter Sun at Thaddaeus Ropac Marais marks the first solo presentation of the American painter’s work in Paris, France. The exhibition gathers a body of work created in early 2026, where the artist moves away from her usual vibrant tones toward a cooler, more restrained palette inspired by the low light of the winter months.
The selection features large-scale figurative paintings and landscapes that look closely at themes of kinship and the sense of place. Alongside these, Casteel introduces a series of smaller botanical studies painted directly from life. These floral works are treated with the same weight as her human subjects, serving as quiet markers of growth and presence within the wider environment.
By bringing these new pieces to the Marais, the show highlights Casteel’s evolving approach to portraiture. Rather than focusing solely on the individual, she uses the specific atmosphere of the season to explore how light and environment shape our perception of those around us.
Worth travelling for?
A rewarding visit for those following contemporary portraiture who want to see a familiar artist experimenting with a more subtle, atmospheric range of color.
Experience as an Artlover
Start with the large-scale portraits to appreciate the shift in palette, then spend time with the small botanical works to see the artist’s more immediate, observational brushwork.
Jordan Casteel: Winter Sun
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