The REP tax: an opaque European scheme that charges more without any visible benefits
What Is the REP Tax? REP stands for Extended Producer Responsibility. It is a system originating from European directives and transposed into French law.Its principle is simple: any individual or organization that places a product on the market must contribute financially to the management of that product’s end of life, particularly when it generates waste. In the case of packaging, this means that any business or independent professional who ships a packaged product to a fin
jonathan-pradillon
Feb 43 min read
Creating with matter: an intuitive approach between abstract painting and contemporary sculpture
Creation has always played a central role in my journey. From a very young age, I felt the need to build, assemble, and understand how an idea could become a tangible object. Metalwork, stained glass, handcrafted pieces, and hand-built forms all fed this early curiosity. Drawing was already part of my daily life, not as an end in itself, but as a way to materialize an intention, to give form to an idea. Over time, this sensitivity became more defined and naturally guided my e
jonathan-pradillon
Jan 264 min read
Contemporary Art Exhibition in Le Perreux-sur-Marne: Paintings and Sculptures at Les Magnolias Restaurant
From January 13 to March 13, 2026 , a contemporary art exhibition takes place in an exceptional setting in Le Perreux-sur-Marne , within the gastronomic restaurant Les Magnolias . This cultural event highlights original artworks combining painting and sculpture, in a space where art naturally interacts with gastronomy. A contemporary art exhibition in a refined gastronomic venue This exhibition is organized in partnership with WelocArt , an organization dedicated to promotin
jonathan-pradillon
Jan 192 min read
