Nantes, France – A new art installation exploring themes of endurance, pleasure, and pain is set to open its doors to the public this week. “STAMINA,” by artist Ellen Reymond, will be unveiled at the SUPER Galerie, located on Place Dulcie-September, offering a unique look into the world of sports design and the human body’s limits.
The exhibition, which runs from February 26th to March 29th, 2026, presents sculptures referencing the universe of the gym and its machines. Reymond’s function invites viewers to contemplate the silent authority of athletic design and what is revealed when the body is absent from the space. The SUPER Galerie, a mobile exhibition space, serves as a platform for emerging student artists, and this installation is the first of the year for the gallery.
Vernissage Details and Location
A vernissage, or opening reception, will be held on Thursday, February 26th, starting at 6:00 PM, providing an opportunity to meet the artist. The exhibition is freely accessible to the public seven days a week, located on Place Dulcie-September, near the Decré parking entrance. The SUPER Galerie is a tool for the emergence of plastic arts, acting as a showcase for the work of young student creation.
The installation, as described by the Crous Nantes Pays de la Loire, transforms a vitrine space into a gym, prompting questions about performance, physicality, and the absence of bodies. What stories do the isolated machines and tools notify about muscle and exertion? What remains of effort beyond the physical presence of the athlete? Reymond’s work delves into the pursuit of physical limits, the release of endorphins, and the dopamine rush associated with pushing the body to its paroxysms.
About the SUPER Galerie and Artist
The SUPER Galerie is a project of the cultural service of the Crous des Pays de la Loire, dedicated to supporting and showcasing emerging artistic talent. Ellen Reymond has specifically designed this installation for the space, creating a thought-provoking experience for visitors. The gallery aims to provide a platform for young student artists to exhibit their work and gain exposure.
The Atelier Dulcie-September, where the SUPER Galerie is located, is part of a larger initiative to revitalize the former School of Fine Arts in Nantes. The space is being transformed into a hub for engagement, experimentation, and collaboration, offering opportunities for individuals to connect, create, and share ideas. The project is led by a group including Yes We Camp, Encore Heureux architectes, Interstices, Bien Urbaines, and Ancoats, specializing in the design and management of communal spaces. More information about the Atelier Dulcie-September and the revitalization project can be found on the Interstices website.
The exhibition is free to attend and open to all. Further details about the exhibition can be found on Agendaculturel.fr, and updates can be found on the gallery’s Instagram page: instagram.com/super_galerie. The Crous Nantes Pays de la Loire also provides information about the event.
As the exhibition opens, Nantes residents and visitors alike are invited to explore the intersection of art, athleticism, and the human experience. The “STAMINA” installation promises a unique and engaging experience, prompting reflection on the boundaries of physical endurance and the stories told by the tools of sport.
What will be the public’s reaction to Reymond’s thought-provoking installation? The coming weeks will reveal how audiences engage with the themes of endurance and performance presented in “STAMINA.”
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