I’m a portrait and visual artist based in Montreal, specializing in realistic and expressive commissions of people and pets.
I’m a portrait and visual artist based in Montreal, specializing in realistic and expressive commissions of people and pets. I create original artwork from your reference photographs in a range of traditional media, including graphite, soft pastel, oil, watercolor, acrylic, and mixed media—always aiming for a piece that feels personal and true to you.
I work closely with private clients to choose the right references, refine the composition and format, and share progress before delivering the finished physical artwork. My training includes classical and realistic practice at the studio of Josefa Medina in Madrid, plus specialized portrait workshops in soft pastel with Rubén Belloso and advanced learning with Eloy Morales, Laura Cameo, and Alejandro Carpintero.
A realistic portrait of a woman and her dog, created from photographs using soft pastels. The focus was on capturing their likeness, expressions and the connection between them, with particular attention to the eyes, fur and facial details. Original commissioned artwork, entirely hand-drawn in soft pastel.
A realistic pet portrait created by hand from a photograph. The goal was to capture Mafalda’s expression and personality, paying special attention to the eyes, fur and small details that make her unique. Original commissioned artwork created with pastel.
Participate in selected exhibitions and artistic activities in Montreal and Spain, including AIM, WIP - Devenir, ArtJam Montréal, and EuroArtes. Top Ten Finalist - AIM Fall Expo, Montreal (2025).
I have been working as a visual and portrait artist since 2012, creating commissioned portraits of people and pets for private clients and participating in exhibitions and art events. I work with traditional techniques including dry pastel, charcoal, pencil, watercolour and acrylic.
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