Le mur drôle et coloré

children's Council of the Municipality of Lausanne
Colorful mural created with children, flowers and sun on a blue wall, collective art project by Poli
Colorful mural created with children, flowers and sun on a blue wall, collective art project by Poli
Group of children and adults painting together on a blue wall during a Poliops art workshop.
Group of children and adults painting together on a blue wall during a Poliops art workshop.
Group of children and adults painting together on a blue wall during a Poliops art workshop.
Group of children and adults painting together on a blue wall during a Poliops art workshop.
Children painting playful figures on a blue wall during an art workshop led by Poliops
Children painting playful figures on a blue wall during an art workshop led by Poliops
Among the projects that are especially close to my heart is a collaboration I carried out with the Youth Office of Lausanne. As part of the Désert Project, I had the opportunity to guide a group of children through a unique artistic adventure.
It all began with their drawings, made on paper. My role was to help them transform these creations into a collective mural. Through a detailed process of composition and graphic design—which I handled entirely—I prepared the visuals for large-scale reproduction. The drawings were then projected onto the wall, and the children themselves took part in painting them, retracing their own lines under my supervision.
This project left a deep impression on me. Not only did it allow the children to see their ideas come to life on a city wall, but it also created a meaningful moment of sharing and recognition, where each child could leave a tangible mark in the public space.
For me, this kind of initiative perfectly embodies the power of art to bring people together, to inspire, and to pass something on.

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Colors of Welcome

Participant holding a photo of the art project organized by Mansourcing with Poliops.
Participant holding a photo of the art project organized by Mansourcing with Poliops.
Artists painting faces on a light panel, painting workshop carried out by Poliops.
Artists painting faces on a light panel, painting workshop carried out by Poliops.
Two participants from the Mansourcing project posing with white shirts and painting tools
Two participants from the Mansourcing project posing with white shirts and painting tools
Organization: Mansourcing/Editor: Demetrio Di Grado/Place: Caltagirone
This project was born from the collaboration between the artist Poliops and a group of young people from various African countries, hosted in a reception center. The initiative, curated by Demetrio Di Grado and organized by the association Mansourcing, aimed to transform a shared space into a place of beauty, belonging, and dialogue through the language of art.
Together, we repainted and revitalized the inner courtyard of the center, creating murals that express themes of identity, hope, and renewal. The visual concept and mural compositions were designed by me (Poliops), while the participants actively took part in the creative process, contributing their own ideas and personal stories.
The act of painting became a tool for connection — between people, cultures, and the environment around them. Through color and form, the residents were able to reclaim their space, turning it into a symbol of community and rebirth.
This experience strengthened my belief in the power of art as a vehicle for inclusion and transformation — a bridge capable of uniting people beyond differences and borders.

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Poliops brought our vision to life with vibrant, engaging murals that inspire the community and students alike.

Emily R.
A colorful mural on a school wall depicting children at play.
A colorful mural on a school wall depicting children at play.

Los Angeles

The workshops led by Poliops were educational and fun; our students learned so much about art and expression.

An artist guiding children in a lively mural painting workshop.
An artist guiding children in a lively mural painting workshop.
James T.

New York

★★★★★
★★★★★

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A vibrant mural painted on a city wall, showcasing colorful designs and community engagement.
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