Joey Adam

Joey Adam, born 'Joëlle' in 1972 in Pétange, is a very  versatile artist who likes  to experiment with different materials. Graduated in Graphic Arts from the Lycée Technique des Arts et Métiers, she continued her studies in Florence, Italy, specialising in historical and film costumes, as well as stage sets and theatre props.

Inspired by Mélusine, the Grand-Palais in Paris and the roses of Luxembourg, she designed these corsets.  The creation of these works requires a grounding in sewing, sculpture and painting. They are made from a variety of resins, thermoplastics and 'flexible' wood. The body is cut from thermoplastic based on an original pattern. Many of the ornaments are moulded, but most are handmade or modified with various specialised modelling pastes. Assembly and all painting details are done by hand. The process involves many stages, from preparation of the material, cutting, making the decorative elements, assembly and a multitude of different patinas and delicate coats of paint.