C'est la Vie by Pierre Trombert - Opening Reception and Book Launch

December 6 - 28, 2025

In his newest exhibition C’est la Vie, Pierre Trombert presents a vibrant series of works on paper that open a window to joy, curiosity, and the gentle humor found in everyday adventures. These abstract drawings invite viewers to pause and reflect, offering small moments of wonder that echo the spontaneity and unpredictability of life. The exhibition is accompanied by the special release of the first 2 books of Trombert’s memoirs, C’est la Vie, a richly woven chronicle of his creative and personal journey. The books offer an intimate window into a world shaped by curiosity, resilience, and a playful embrace of life’s ever-unfolding narrative.

About the Artist

Pierre Trombert is a designer, design director, artist and mime. Born in 1940, Grenoble, France he arrived in the US just a little earlier than the Beattles’ first US Tour in 1964. He received his BFA in Interior Design from Parsons School of Design in New York City in 1967. Then his position at H2L2 architect firm brought him to Philadelphia where he is based. He studied architecture at Drexel University.

Trombert’s vive la resistance approach has crafted a rich 50 year career designing architecture and interiors extensively throughout Philadelphia. He was Artistic Design Director of The Granary Associates, Architect and Design firm in Philadelphia for 25 years. His international and national portfolio includes NYC, Washington DC, France and Saudi Arabia to note a few.

He had a mime theater which he designed, built and directed from 1974-84 in Philadelphia. The performances hailed from Philadelphia, NYC, Baltimore to Woodstock, CT, France and more. The invitation from Isamu Noguchi to perform at his Philadelphia Museum of Art exhibit was a highlight.

Retiring as design director allowed time to continue renovations on the former Comet Club, his 35-year passion, home and studios in Northern Liberties and launch his writing and art chapters. Always ready for a new adventure, this is Trombert’s first solo exhibit of his abstract drawings. As in his design career, light is his muse in collaboration with humor, line, color, poetry and music.