Yeanzi is an Ivorian artist, graduate of the National School of Fine Arts in Abidjan. Known for his signature technique using melted plastic, his work blends historical, memorial, and utopian themes. He defines himself as an aesthete and intellectual, using art as a tool for critical expression, prioritizing substance over form.
His three major series — Persona, Projections, and Colloquium — explore memory, identity, and society. Personareflects on the individual’s relationship with self and memory, while Projections addresses encounters with others and collective identity. Colloquium responds to these reflections through philosophical and historical references, aiming to revive forgotten narratives.
Yeanzi draws on ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics, traditional iconographies, and historical elements to enrich his visual language. His recent work engages with the legacy of Frédéric Bruly Bouabré, promoting the integration of African knowledge systems into education.
A keen observer of social change, Yeanzi sees his art as a space for preserving essential, timeless memory against fleeting trends. His participation in the Côte d’Ivoire Pavilion at the Venice Biennale affirms the consistency and depth of his approach, marked by a clear, thoughtful discourse that bridges aesthetics and intellectual engagement.