A Polish artist based in France, Joanna Concejo is a leading figure in contemporary illustration. Internationally recognised for her illustrated books, she has developed an instantly recognisable visual language characterised by delicate drawings, intricate details and atmospheres filled with poetry and melancholy. Through her illustrations, she explores emotions, memories, human relationships and our connection with nature. Her works, published in numerous countries, invite readers to look beyond words and discover the stories hidden within images.

---

Exhibition | Le vieux qui lisait des romans d’amour

Inspired by the acclaimed novel by Luis Sepúlveda, the exhibition presents Joanna Concejo’s original illustrations for The Old Man Who Read Love Stories (Le vieux qui lisait des romans d’amour). Through her drawings, the Amazon rainforest comes to life, accompanying the story of Antonio José Bolívar, a passionate reader confronted with human violence and the overwhelming power of nature. With her sensitive and poetic interpretation of this literary work, Joanna Concejo offers a visual reflection on the relationship between humanity and the natural world, solitude, beauty and the fragility of nature.

Opening: Friday 6 November at 7 pm, in the presence of the artist.

---

A unique opportunity to meet Joanna Concejo and explore her artistic approach through a creative workshop inspired by the exhibition The Old Man Who Read Love Stories. Over four hours, participants will have the opportunity to discover the illustrator’s visual universe, exchange ideas with her and experiment with their own approaches to drawing and visual storytelling.
Audience: Adults and young people aged 16 and over.
Duration: 4 hours.
→ Booking

For its first edition, the Illustration Market will bring together artists and collectives to celebrate the diversity of contemporary graphic arts. Printmaking, screen prints, paintings, drawings and original creations will be available in a variety of formats and at affordable prices. The event will also offer visitors the opportunity to meet artists, discuss their creative practices and (re)discover Joanna Concejo’s exhibition in the presence of the artist, including a book-signing session.

---

Les RDV de Joanna Concejo
Exhibition, workshop and illustration market
6–21 November 2026

 

Maison Culturelle de Quaregnon
Hôtel de Ville de Quaregnon
Grand-Place 1
7390 Quaregnon