From Aerospace to Globes: An Artistic Journey

A Passionate Career Change

After a career designing equipment for aircraft and space launchers, I decided to change course to follow my other passion :  Since childhood, maps and atlases have always fascinated me. My years of traveling only strengthened this love for geography and world representations.The trigger was a request from my then 8 years old child : “Dad, what if we made a globe? “

The Birth of OrbisTerrae

In 2017, OrbisTerrae was born in Cognac. My mission? To create the globes I had always dreamed of: unique, high-quality pieces that I could not find in France, customized and painted with watercolors. A sizeable challenge, as there was no training or master craftsman to guide me. I had to reinvent everything: cartography, sphere manufacturing, and rotating supports. Each stage was an adventure in itself, but it also enabled me to rediscover the techniques of the elders and adapt them to the contemporary world, without compromise.

Unique Craftsmanship

Today, I design globes using natural and sustainable materials such as wood and plaster. Each piece is carefully assembled in collaboration with talented local artisans. Our range has expanded, offering different sizes and models, but the passion remains intact.

Your Story, Our Creation

With each client, we co-create a unique globe. Whether it's to represent a childhood village, retrace a life trajectory, illustrate a boat trip around the world, or a 4L expedition in the Himalayas, each globe tells a personal story, enhanced with custom illustrations.  I now travel with my customers, all of whom have exciting, often fantastic projects!

A Legacy to Pass On

Our ultimate ambition? To create art objects that span generations. Each globe is designed to become a family heirloom, carrying your story and adventures.

Recognition

Our best recognition comes from our client's testimonies, but aknowledgement from our peers is also invaluable.

Winner of the Nouvelle Aquitaine Ateliers d'Art de France 2022 Competition, Heritage Category