Valentine Thébaut Art Director and Editorial Design Specialist

Valentine Thébaut is a distinguished art director and graphic designer based in Paris, France, specializing in the creation of refined editorial and digital objects. With a professional background that includes co-founding Studio Zoo, where she worked from 2014 to 2022, she now operates independently and as part of the Atelier Au Lieu collective. Her practice is deeply rooted in the close collaboration with a diverse range of clients, including prestigious cultural institutions like the Centre Pompidou and the Institut du monde arabe, as well as architecture agencies and scientific organizations. Valentine Thébaut is known for her meticulous attention to textures, materials, and the logical structuring of information, which she uses to develop unique and sustainable graphic systems. Her portfolio showcases a broad spectrum of projects, from exhibition catalogs and artist monographs for major publishers like Gallimard and Skira, to digital interfaces and signage for museum exhibitions. Through her work, Valentine Thébaut emphasizes the importance of materiality and fluidity, ensuring that each design—whether printed or digital—is both functional and aesthetically evocative. Her expertise extends to visual identities for museums and comprehensive communication campaigns, making her a vital contributor to the contemporary design landscape in France.