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In the world of luxury fragrance, EX NIHILO stands as one of its beacon of artistic and olfactory innovation. This autumn, the renowned Parisian perfume house unveils its latest masterpiece—an exclusive collaboration with celebrated Australian muralist James Peter Henry, whose artistry transforms scent into sight. Together, they bring the enigmatic BLUE TALISMAN fragrance to life, embodying its layers of sensuality and mystery in a dynamic mural, now showcased at EX NIHILO’s Los Angeles flagship store.

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EX NIHILO has long been known for blending art and fragrance, crafting multi-sensory experiences that transcend traditional perfumery. With Henry’s bold, abstract style and penchant for cultural symbolism, his vibrant mural inspired by BLUE TALISMAN adds an entirely new dimension to the fragrance. Henry’s artwork—a dance of cobalt and azure tones with rich, dynamic shapes—serves as a visual expression of the scent’s refreshing top notes of pear and bergamot and its lingering, alluring base of musk and amber.

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The inspiration behind this collaboration is a story of serendipity. At the launch of BLUE TALISMAN, EX NIHILO co-founder Olivier Royère recognized in Henry’s work a shared vision. “His simple forms, vibrant colors, and inspirations from his childhood perfectly aligned with our vision for BLUE TALISMAN,” Royère shared. This alignment of vision and creativity has led to a mural that captures not only the essence of the fragrance but also EX NIHILO’s spirit of innovation and unbounded energy.

Henry’s mural is a celebration of optimism, exploration, and cultural mysticism. The artist shared his hope that viewers “feel a sense of wonder and inspiration” when they encounter the mural, mirroring the sensations that BLUE TALISMAN seeks to evoke. It is this synthesis of fragrance, color, and shape that forms the heartbeat of EX NIHILO’s mission: to redefine luxury through artistic expression.

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EX NIHILO’s legacy of collaborations with global artists and designers, from Mathieu César to Amanda Charchain, is a testament to its commitment to the avant-garde. Each partnership is a fresh exploration, pushing the boundaries of what luxury can be. With the BLUE TALISMAN mural by James Peter Henry, EX NIHILO offers yet another example of its artistry and commitment to curating experiences that linger—both in scent and in spirit