The beginnings of Motoco
Before becoming the multidisciplinary artist he is today, Stéphane Ruch intended for architecture. It was only after a few internships in this environment that he realized that he needed more creativity to flourish and then began training in Fine Arts. When he discovers the project Motoco in 2012, it is still a nomadic design workshop, in which he takes part as far as Istanbul. From there, it’s a real click.
“The Motoco project allowed me to travel through many countries, to meet students from different nations, with different cultures.
This trip took me to the body and transformed my vision. Thanks to this experience, I understood that I needed to change, to see things differently. So I ended my studies and devoted all my time to Motoco, ”Explains Stéphane.
Culture for all
Stéphane does not have a specialty and does not seek to have one. If he makes a lot of installations, recordings of shows or videos, he responds above all to projects for pleasure. In recent years, he has been able to develop another essential notion: that of sharing.
“It’s been 2 years since I joined a Social and Cultural Center in Drouot as an artistic and cultural referent. I have also done a lot of interventions with schools, for adults but also for people with disabilities.
I work with a lot of different audiences. What I like is to allow an initiation into art and events.
When there is no mediation, it is not open to everyone. Now I need to say that culture is for everyone, ”Says the artist.
Mulhouse one day, Mulhouse always
Born in Mulhouse, Stéphane does not plan to leave anytime soon. The artist is deeply attached to his city and its heritage. It is therefore no coincidence that he attaches so much importance to Motoco, to the history of the site and to the buildings. They also accompany him wonderfully in his creative process. The impressive high ceilings of his studio gave him the opportunity to create large installations and from then on his art knew no bounds.
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Posted Sunday 30 August 2020 at 9h00
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