Jean-Luc Verna

Jean-Luc Verna is a contemporary French artist known for his thought-provoking installations that often explore themes of identity, memory, and societal issues. His recent work includes the design of a memorial dedicated to the victims of homosexual deportation during the Nazi regime, which was inaugurated in Paris on May 17, 2023. The memorial, featuring a striking black steel star, serves as a poignant reminder of the past and a call to recognize and combat ongoing discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community.