Les Portraits de Marcel
In an era of fast-scrolling images, our memories sometimes lose their materiality, left in digital archives or forgotten in our smartphones.
Les Portraits de Marcel offer you the chance to give these precious moments a new lease of life, by transforming them into unique works of art, faithfully reproduced by hand.
By reinterpreting your personal photographs in the form of paintings, I offer you the chance to rekindle those moments that mean so much to you. Each painting is a way of taking a memory out of the digital stream and turning it into a tangible, meaningful and timeless piece.
Having painted my own memories in my series Loci, I'd now like to offer this experience to a wider audience.
to your memories
The works created for Les Portraits de Marcel meticulously respect the authenticity of the original photographs. My aim is to remain faithful to the detail and emotion of each photograph, bringing it to life through painting. Each painting is carefully finished with edges painted in a specific color, unifying the series while avoiding the need for framing.
the “Second Life” option
To combine an artistic approach with respect for the environment, I also offer a “Second Life” option. This alternative consists in using canvases made from recycled materials, such as wood and recycled fabrics. Each “Seconde Vie” work retains the same artistic quality, but carries with it an additional story, that of the materials of which it is made. It's a way of giving new life to these materials, while creating a deeper link between art and sustainability.
Unlike digital photos, which are often forgotten, a painting becomes a timeless object. It doesn't just capture a moment, it immortalizes it, transforming it into a work of art. The paintings are ready to hang and become a lasting part of your living space, creating a strong emotional connection with the memories they represent.
Some of the works created for Les Portraits de Marcel may be selected for exhibitions by gallery owners or curators. In this case, I will contact you to offer to lend your painting for these events, at no extra charge. This approach is entirely optional, and you may choose to participate in order to introduce your painting to a wider public.
Indicative price table
| Canvas size * | Details | Estimated time | Standard Price ** (€) | "Second Life" Option | |
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Small Size (7,9 x 7,9 in) |
Ideal for small portraits or discreet souvenirs. |
1 or 2 weeks |
from €90 to €150 |
from €80 to €120 |
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Small Size (9,4 x 11,8 in) |
Perfect for portraits or simple scenes. |
2 or 3 weeks |
from €180 to €250 |
from €160 to €200 |
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Small Size (11,8 x 15,7 in) |
Recommended for individual portraits or uncluttered memories. |
2 or 3 weeks |
from €250 to €300 |
from €200 to €250 |
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Medium Size (19,7 x 23,6 cm) |
Ideal for more complex compositions or landscapes |
3 or 4 weeks |
from €420 to €450 |
from €380 à €420 |
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Large Size (23,6 x 31,5 in) |
For detailed, imposing works. |
4 or 6 weeks |
from €630 to €650 |
from €580 to €600 |
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* Sizes are indicative. Please indicate in the form if you require a specific size.
** Shipping costs included in price range
Artistic details :
Edge finishing: Each painting is carefully crafted, with the edges painted in a specific color to create visual unity. This finish allows each work to be hung directly, without the need for framing.
"Second Life" Option :
This option involves using reclaimed materials, such as recycled wood and fabrics, to create the canvases. Each work of art retains its impeccable quality while integrating an eco-responsible approach, making each painting unique not only in its content, but also in its medium.
Ordering process
To bring your memories to life with Les Portraits de Marcel, we've set up a simple, personalized process.
- First Contact and Form
If you are inspired by our project, please fill in the application form with your last name, name, adress, and thepurpose of your request.. Select the desired format, briefly describe your project and attach the photo you would like to see transformed into a painting.
- Exchanges and Details
Once you have submitted the form, I will reply to you by e-mail within 24 hours. A Indicative price table is available to give you an idea of prices, but the exact rate will be adjusted according to the specifics of your project.
- Personalised quotation and validation
Once we've discussed the details, I'll send you a personalised quote for the work in question. If you would also like to take part in exhibitions, a contrat will be sent to you with the estimate, to formalise the authorisation to lend the work for events.
- Confirmation and Launch of the Creation
Once the quotation and, if applicable, the exhibition contract have been approved, work can begin on the painting to give your memory the attention it deserves.