Mookimax: painter working in cartoons, comics, pop culture, and Hôte Nohô

Introduction

A painter for the past ten years, Mookimax, whose real name is Maxime Couasnon, has developed a colorful universe inspired by cartoons, comic books, manga, and pop culture.

Between participatory murals, teaching young people, and creating his signature character Gaston L’ourson, he has built a body of work that is engaging, accessible, and deeply rooted in humor. On Nohô, he offers introductory drawing workshops and an immersion in his artist’s studio.

Can you introduce yourself?

My name is Mookimax, my real name is Maxime Couasnon.

I have been a painter for about ten years. My style is oriented around cartoons, comic books, manga and, more broadly, pop culture.

I’m involved in everything related to drawing in one way or another.

What has been your career path?

I started out as a youth worker. I’ve always wanted to maintain that connection with children and teenagers. Today, creating participatory murals and giving drawing lessons to children allows me to maintain that connection. Passing on knowledge is really part of my artistic journey.

Is there a particular theme you like to work with?

I’m really passionate about cartoons. Anything colorful, round, and humorous. I like it to be funny, accessible, and visually striking.

You mentioned comic books. Can you tell us more about that?

Yes. I created a character called Gaston Lourson. He’s a cute little bear who pokes fun at all the absurdities of our society.

The idea is to offer a quick and easy-to-read comic book aimed at pre-teens and teens, to raise their awareness of issues such as politics, the environment, and the inconsistencies that can be found in schools.

The format is simple: one panel, one joke, and on to the next.

Is there a work you’re particularly proud of?

Yes, I think it’s the creation of Gaston L’ourson. He’s become my signature character.

The idea was to have a mascot that would follow me everywhere and represent my world. Today, he’s really my artistic identity.

What do you offer on Nohô?

🎨 Introduction to drawing & character design

A one-hour workshop to discover the secrets behind the creation of pop culture’s greatest characters.

Materials are included.

💻 Introduction to digital drawing

A one-hour workshop to discover digital painting: materials, techniques, software.

We cover the basics so that participants can then get started on their own.

🖌 Meet street artist Mookimax

An hour in my studio to discover my current and past projects.

I share my journey, my inspirations, and we chat freely to better understand my work.

Conclusion

With humor, commitment, and communication, Mookimax builds an accessible and impactful graphic universe. With his signature character Gaston Lourson, he combines lightheartedness with a critical view of society.

Through his workshops and meetings on Nohô, he shares behind-the-scenes insights into the creative process and provides the keys to daring to draw, invent, and develop your own universe.