Passerelle Centre d'art contemporain, Brest ⎹ École des Beaux-art de Bretagne
For the first time, the École des Beaux-arts de Bretagne [School of Fine Arts of Brittany] and Passerelle are collaborating on an exhibition titled *Les fleurs sauvages* to highlight the emerging art scene coming out of the school. Presented at Passerelle in Brest from December 1, 2026, to January 9, 2027, this exhibition marks the historic connection between the Brest art center and the School of Fine Arts of Brittany, as well as Passerelle’s commitment to local and regional artistic creation.
“Wildflowers don’t care where they grow.” In the song “Wildflowers,” Dolly Parton celebrates these wildflowers that grow freely wherever the wind takes them. This image echoes the journey of these young graduates: after several years at the school, each one forges their own path. Through encounters, places, and projects, these new artistic practices will now flourish elsewhere, freely and uniquely.
“Wildflowers” brings together a new generation of artists from the School of Fine Arts of Brittany as a new chapter in their artistic journeys begins.
The École des Beaux-arts de Bretagne is a public institution of higher education in art and design with four campuses (Brest, Lorient, Quimper, and Rennes). As the largest regional public school in France in terms of enrollment, it serves nearly 850 students. In addition to its degree programs, it is the region’s leading center for artistic activities open to everyone, starting at age 6, and serves approximately 1,500 students each year.
It is also a Qualiopi-certified continuing education provider, offering professional training programs, pathways for returning to school, and the Validation of Acquired Experience (VAE). As a leading cultural institution, the School contributes to the vitality of its region through a rich program of lectures, exhibitions, screenings, and events.
