Montreal-based artist FVCKRENDER, aka Frédéric Duquette, pushes the boundaries of imagination and technology through his ambitious experiential art. His unique and futuristic style is both mechanical and eerily human, filled with raw emotion. Using the process of creating as a form of self-therapy, FVCKRENDER's art illuminates and thereby overcomes past traumas.

Through his vibrant and intricate work, FVCKRENDER seeks to challenge perceptions, provoke thought, and evoke emotion. Whether he's exploring the intricacies of the human psyche or envisioning fantastical worlds beyond the confines of reality, his art serves as a catalyst forintrospection and wonder. He infuses all his creations with striking vulnerability, balancing that with a necessary element of fun.

FVCKRENDER blurs the line between digital and physical, elevating and honoring the respective spaces. From his IRL LVCIDIA premier in NYC, which was shut down due to huge crowds who could not wait to see the artistic advancement, to his collaboration with Avant Arte, his work resonates with people beyond the typical collectors.

FVCKRENDER's impact extends far beyond the digital canvas. With a strong presence onsocial media platforms and a dedicated following of collectors, he continues to inspire and influence aspiring artists around the world.

His work has been featured in esteemed auction houses such as Christie’s and Sotheby’s. Notable clients include Ledger, Supreme, Hypebeast, The Hundreds, Swarovski, Dior, Avant Arte, Spotify, and TIME.

When you’re in the studio, what does a typical day look like?

I'm so boring, I wake up, drink water, get a coffee, and make art for the whole day. I'll fit one or two SC2 matches in there, I'm a nerd.

Can you share a little bit about the thought process around your work?

I use art to feel better and use it as a journal. Some days, the piece can be meaningless in the moment, but years after I remember its meaning - it's like time travel.

In your latest solo exhibition, Ascend, you provided several avenues for collectors of all ranges to collect your work, including fractional ownership of your 4ft. Sculpture, “Big Care”. Why is opening your work to a wider audience important to you?

A wider audience means I can get a bit more ambitious with my art, which I really like to try to push the boundaries of what I can do!

What was it like collaborating with The Sphere in Las Vegas?

Honestly it was incredible, thanks to hplus everything went super smoothly and the team was incredible. It was a beautiful opportunity that not a lot of people get, and I am beyond grateful for it.

Finally, what advice do you have for emerging artists?

Be patient, do art for yourself, technical skills are not everything (I have no skills) and most importantly, don't listen to trolls and haters, do your own thing, get inspired, inspire people, and have fun!

FVCKRENDER: Blurring The Lines Between Digital and Physical