PHILIPPE KATERINE
MR. PINK TAKES FLIGHT
FROM MAY 22, TO OCTOBER 3, 2025
MR. PINK TAKES FLIGHT
From the fertile mind of Philippe Katerine comes Mignonisme an artistic movement that brings to life a universe as unexpected and delicate as the artist behind it. With wide-ranging and highly poetic influences, the movement embraces and promotes an aesthetic of “cuteness” in our physical and psychological environments. Simply put, Mignonisme is a love letter to the beauty of simplicity.
Philippe Katerine presents a series of inflatable sculptures in public spaces, all featuring “Monsieur Rose” (Mr. Pink). The monumental icon of Mignonisme can be found perched on rooftops around the city. These characters transform the streets into playful places and our daily travels into delightful, colorful journeys.
From May 22 to October 3, 2025, Philippe Katerine’s “Mignonisme” invades downtown Gatineau as part of the Sentier culturel, a public art trail linking urban artworks, points of interest and exhibition venues.
From May 22, to October 3, 2025
Sentier Culturel - Gatineau
PHILIPPE KATERINE
Philippe Katerine is a popular artist whose multifaceted body of work rewards further exploration. He is known for subverting aesthetic norms and cultural conventions while staying true to his highly personal and deeply singular ethos. Though well-known as an actor, director, singer and composer, Philippe Katerine is also a visual artist who portrays everyday life with humorous takes on the timeless questions of existence.
Philippe Katerine first came to prominence with a 2005 hit single Louxor, j’adore and is still best known as a musical artist. In 2020, he was named Best Male Artist of the Year for his musical output (Victoires de la Musique awards), and he is also a prolific actor who has won a César Award for best supporting actor in the film Le Grand Bain.
