When Painting Becomes an Inner Language

Le monde de kali Nathalie Jarsaillon

Portrait of Kali (Nathalie Jarsaillon), a self-taught artist between nature, resilience, and commitment

A self-taught artist who found refuge in painting

Kali, whose real name is Nathalie Jarsaillon, has made her mark in contemporary painting through a sincere and instinctive approach. A self-taught artist, she discovered in painting a refuge, an outlet, and a language to express what words cannot say.
Without attending art school or following any academic path, she built a body of work on her own, kept away from the public eye for many years. For her, painting became a vital breath, a path of reconstruction, and a way to connect with others.

the escape – 2019 – 80 cm

The circle as an artistic signature

The singularity of her work lies in her choice of format: the circle. A universal symbol of life cycles and perpetual movement, the circle has become her artistic signature. Unlike the rigid square, the circle opens a fluid, meditative, almost sacred space.
Each circular canvas by Kali becomes a world of its own, inviting contemplation and introspection.

The Waltz of Time – 2023 – 80 cm

Between nature and commitment

Kali’s works reveal a deep connection with nature. More than just a motif, it is an essential, almost spiritual presence running through her paintings. Her art conveys both gratitude and warning: a tribute to the beauty of the world, and a reminder of its fragility.

Discover more in ART MAG (print & digital edition)

  • Exclusive series where Kali explores her most personal emotions.
  • Rarely shown works, rooted in lived experience and resilience.
  • Her vision of art as an act of freedom, beyond market trends.

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