Born in 1972 in Belgium, Stéphane Halleux began his artistic journey at the Saint-Luc Institute in Liège, where he trained as a colorist and model maker in the field of animation. However, it was sculpture that truly captured his attention. He developed a unique style, reinventing the future using recycled materials. Stéphane Halleux assembles eclectic pieces, creating a universe that is both whimsical and fascinating.

Drawing inspiration from iconic figures such as Jules Verne and Tim Burton, Halleux infuses humor into his work. With a cynical eye, he sculpts pieces that denounce the absurdity of life, asserting his right to laugh in the face of the modern world's challenges.

His creative process involves transforming inanimate objects into living sculptures. Halleux explores human emotions by portraying neurotic characters, offering viewers the chance to recognize a part of themselves in his work. His preferred materials include leather, wood, and metal—each adding a tactile and visual dimension to his creations.

Today, Stéphane Halleux is an internationally recognized sculptor. Tim Johnson of DreamWorks Animation highlights the narrative power of his work: "His sculptures all seem to have emerged from an animated universe. What amazes me is the quality of their storytelling. They tell you a rich and complex story—simply through their very existence."

The Ariel Jakob Gallery has organized numerous exhibitions with Stéphane Halleux in prestigious Parisian venues such as the Eiffel Tower, Harcourt Studios, and the Gallery at Place des Vosges in Paris.

In 2014, his sculptures came to life in the short film Mr. Hublot, which won the Oscar for Best Animated Short Film, further solidifying his status as a major figure in the contemporary art scene.