ARDIF HERMIT CRAB MECHANIMAL, 2026 Ink and acrylic on paper 40 x 30 cm Gift of the artist Ardif is a French street artist based in Paris. While studying architecture, he became interested in the building aesthetics. Today, his graphic work explores the connections between architecture machine and nature. His 'Mechanimals' series, a poetic imaginary bestiary that can be seen on the walls of Paris as well as in New York and Paris, is an example of this. Paris, but also in New York and London, is an illustration of this universe. This urban fauna, a mixture of urban fauna, mixing mechanics and animality, offers a contrast that raises questions about the links between nature, the city and technology. and technology. Instagram : @a_r_d_i_f Facebook: ardifstreetart