Valé Stencil
Valérian Lenud, also known as VALÉ, is a French visual artist and photographer whose work bridges the realms of urban art and documentary photography. Born in 1990, VALÉ has painted and photographed across the globe, using both mediums to explore themes of peace, cultural identity, and shared humanity.
About the art
Through his iconic street-art projects — Peacemakers and Inhabitants — he sheds light on global issues such as children’s rights, diversity, and heritage preservation. His vibrant stencil-based portraits appear on walls and in galleries from France to Mexico, Kenya to Thailand, always aiming to provoke reflection and inspire positive change.
As a photographer, Valérian captures intimate portraits and street scenes during his travels, immersing himself in the daily lives of the communities he meets. His camera becomes a tool for connection, a way to document the beauty, resilience, and stories of people from around the world. This body of photographic work often informs his murals and canvases, creating a powerful loop between observation and artistic expression.
Whether painting murals, cutting intricate stencils, or taking portraits in the field, VALÉ’s work is deeply human, celebrating the richness of cultures while inviting viewers to imagine a more compassionate world. His artworks and projects have been exhibited in cities including Paris, Melbourne, Mexico City, and New York, and featured in publications such as Forbes, StreetArt NYC, and C’est de l’Art.
Valérian continues to collaborate with galleries, festivals, social projects and local communities, blending activism and artistry to build bridges across borders, one image at a time.
