Let’s head to the Indian Ocean with Valérie Lefort, who has launched VL Fineart, a pioneering and distinctive gallery within the contemporary art landscape, dedicated to promoting and supporting artists from this rich and diverse geographical area. Based in Réunion Island for several years, Valérie Lefort demonstrates a deep and genuine determination, rooted in a childhood immersed in art—even though her professional path initially took another direction. After a successful career in high-end real estate, she chose to return to her first passion: art. Her previous experience now allows her to approach this sector with a sharp eye and a deep understanding of both economic and cultural dynamics, while creating unique bridges to the world. Interview.

In this exclusive conversation, Valérie Lefort takes us behind the scenes of the launch of VL Fineart and shares her passion for artists from the Indian Ocean, while also addressing the realities of launching an art business on an island and the strategic approaches she is putting in place to overcome them.

Full interview available here.