Philip Colbert's iconic lobster exhibition comes to STATION F

STATION F is often called the “temple of entrepreneurship” - but we strive to be the home of creativity first and foremost! This is why we are so pleased to announce that we are featuring British artist Philip Colbert’s artwork this summer as part of a special exhibition. 

The main entrance of STATION F featuring Philip Colbert's artwork.

The exhibition features eight of Colbert’s iconic lobster sculptures along with a special inflatable installation on the roof of STATION F. Many of the works reference famous historical artworks, drawing inspiration from Van Gogh, Warhol, Duchamp and Murakami. The sculptures are installed both inside and outside the building, accessible to the public. Visitors can sign up for a free campus visit to view the indoor sculptures. 

While Colbert is most famous for his hyperpop history paintings and sculptures, he has also been called a “pioneer of the metaverse”, having launched Lobsteropolis, his permanent city in the Decentraland Metaverse in 2021. Colbert's continued engagement with art history, speaks to his larger interest in cohering canonical art and digital spheres – a fascination that persists throughout his practice.

A Lobster in the roof of STATION F

STATION F is also home to many other works of art, including pieces by international artists like Jeff Koons, Urs Fischer, Takashi Murakami and Ai Wei Wei. 

As the 13th arrondissement (where STATION F is located) is known for street art, we also work with Artistik Rezo, an artist organization, to host various pieces of street art throughout the campus on an ongoing basis. These works are often not accessible to the public as they are situated in the startup zone. However, we are hosting several exclusive visits during the week of July 22 for the public to view them. Please reserve a public visit on the STATION F website if you would like to visit. "STATION F is home to creativity of all kinds - including many artistic works. We are thrilled to be able to welcome Philip Colbert's works to campus this summer through a unique and bold exhibition that is accessible to all. His iconic pieces have added a colorful playfulness to our campus. We strive to feature more artists work on campus in the future", said our Director, Roxanne Varza.

To learn more about Philip Colbert’s art exhibition or art at STATION F, please contact us at press@stationf.co.

About Philip Colbert

“I became an artist when I became a Lobster,” – Philip Colbert

Born in Scotland and living and working in London, Colbert is often referred to as the “godson of Andy Warhol”. Colbert has created a global following for his cartoon lobster persona and masterful hyper-pop history paintings. His work powerfully explores the patterns of contemporary digital culture and its relationship to a deeper art historical dialogue.

After graduating with an MA in Philosophy from St. Andrews University, Colbert’s work has received international acclaim in museums and galleries worldwide for his energetic new approach to painting and pop theory. Following on from early Pop painters such as Richard Hamilton, Roy Lichtenstein and James Rosenquist. Colbert’s paintings cross high art themes from old master paintings and contemporary art theory with everyday symbols of mass contemporary culture, all narrated through the eyes of Colbert’s cartoon Lobster alter ego. He has been championed as a contemporary pop master by art world figures such as Charles Saatchi & Simon de Pury.

With the French origin of my name, I’m thrilled to present my first exhibition in Paris at STATION F. I'm excited to showcase my sculptures in this vibrant epicentre of creative entrepreneurship and energy, alongside the monumental works of Urs Fischer and Jeff Koons. It's an honour to be part of such a dynamic artistic community. For me, the icon of the lobster is profoundly intertwined with French pop culture and history. I've always been inspired by the legend of Gérard de Nerval, who famously walked his pet lobster on a lead in the streets of Paris. Bringing the lobster to Paris, the birthplace of surrealism, feels like a homecoming. I’m eager to see my work in a city that has long celebrated and nurtured the avant-garde. – Philip Colbert