Augustin Lesage (1876-1954) was a French Coal Miner who became a Painter & Artist through the help of what he considered to be Spirit Voices. In 1911, at the age of 35, although he had never been interested in Art, he heard a voice in the depths of the mine: 'One day, you will be a painter.' His style utilizes patterns & symmetry on a large scale, often accompanied by bright, vibrant colors. He was untrained & is considered an Outsider Artist, part of Art Brut. He was a friend of Joseph Crépin.