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The creator
Painter, Portraitist, and Symbolist
Born in Cannes in 1961, I have been a self-taught painter for 35 years, with a deeply human and inspiring journey. Marked in childhood by his parents’ separation, he grew up with his maternal grandparents in a simple and happy atmosphere. His connection to art is rooted naturally in his family background, as both his great-grandfather and his uncle were painter-artists themselves.
After exploring drawing and sport, painting became an obvious calling at the age of 20. His first portrait, painted as a tribute to a loved one who had passed away, marked a decisive turning point in his life. He then discovered the expressive power of black and white and adopted dry pastel as his preferred medium.
In 1993, following personal work in sophrology, he began shifting toward a symbolist painting style, deeply connected to emotion and memory. Since then, he has never stopped painting, creating more than 600 works blending portraits, inner visions, and universal symbols.
« I paint above all out of passion, often within a creative bubble where time disappears. »
Nature is a kind of anchor where I draw my ideas from this green setting; painting and nature are inseparable, a kind of creative pairing.
Always curious, I explore new techniques (airbrush, pigments, frame and color making), continuing with humility and determination along an artistic path rich in meaning.
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The creator
Painter, Portraitist, and Symbolist
Born in Cannes in 1961, I have been a self-taught painter for 35 years, with a deeply human and inspiring journey. Marked in childhood by his parents’ separation, he grew up with his maternal grandparents in a simple and happy atmosphere. His connection to art is rooted naturally in his family background, as both his great-grandfather and his uncle were painter-artists themselves.
After exploring drawing and sport, painting became an obvious calling at the age of 20. His first portrait, painted as a tribute to a loved one who had passed away, marked a decisive turning point in his life. He then discovered the expressive power of black and white and adopted dry pastel as his preferred medium.
In 1993, following personal work in sophrology, he began shifting toward a symbolist painting style, deeply connected to emotion and memory. Since then, he has never stopped painting, creating more than 600 works blending portraits, inner visions, and universal symbols.
« I paint above all out of passion, often within a creative bubble where time disappears. »
Nature is a kind of anchor where I draw my ideas from this green setting; painting and nature are inseparable, a kind of creative pairing.
Always curious, I explore new techniques (airbrush, pigments, frame and color making), continuing with humility and determination along an artistic path rich in meaning.
Verified artisan
Identity, workshop, and craftsmanship confirmed by the Valentia team.
Verified since April 2025
Artist's shop
A selection of creations available in Philippe's shop.

Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
In this striking portrait, Mike Tyson appears beyond the image of the fighter. The gaze is calm, almost introspective, as if suspended between power and vulnerability. The defined features tell the story of an intense journey, marked by visible and invisible battles, where strength lies no longer only in the fists, but in inner mastery. This work reveals the man behind the legend, the one who, after the storm, carries within him a kind of silent wisdom.
1 800,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
In this moist gaze, childhood is revealed unfiltered, carried by a raw, universal, and deeply human emotion. Tears slip away like a silent language, telling what words cannot express. This face, at once fragile and intense, reflects our own sensitivity, those moments when the soul overflows and simply seeks to be heard. Format:58X48
800,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
In a celestial setting, a butterfly settles at the heart of a flower in full bloom, as if suspended between two worlds. A symbol of transformation and renewal, it embodies the passage from shadow to light, while nature and the universe unite in the same vibration. Between floral softness and cosmic energy, this work evokes the fragile beauty of metamorphosis, and reminds us that every being carries within it the promise of rebirth. Format:81X65
1 860,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
Within a setting of clouds, a flame watches silently, while the Earth rests between protective hands. Between sky and humanity, this work evokes responsibility, fragility, and the beauty of the world we carry within us. Light, simple and essential, becomes a guide here, reminding us that even in darkness, a presence keeps watch. Format:83X63
1 500,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
At the heart of a landscape suspended between heaven and earth, a sacred presence emerges in the light. The Christ-like face, surrounded by purity and symbols of life, silently watches over a world in search of balance. The cross becomes a source, linking the elements, while nature, animals, and humankind unite in the same prayer. This work evokes faith, transformation, and the profound unity between the visible and the invisible, as a reminder that light lives within every being. Format:130X97
3 400,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
The Sillans Waterfall At the heart of unspoiled nature, the waterfall reveals itself like a breath of peace. The water glides slowly, carving the rock and inviting inner silence. Between clear skies and abundant vegetation, this place seems suspended outside of time, as a pause where everything grows calm. To look at this waterfall is to let yourself be carried away... by the gentleness of life, and to rediscover, within yourself, a moment of pure harmony. Format:1OOX90
2 400,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
Black-and-white portrait of an elderly woman with a gentle, deeply human gaze. Wrinkles mark the passage of time, while her expression reveals great tenderness and the silent wisdom of a lifetime. Painting dimensions: 85X65
1 450,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
A black-and-white portrait of an elderly woman with a deep, timeworn gaze shaped by experience. Her hand placed before her mouth evokes silence, modesty, and the memory of an entire life inscribed in every wrinkle of her face.
1 650,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
Black-and-white portrait of a man with an intense gaze, marked by time and hardship. The deep wrinkles and solemn expression bear witness to a life shaped by difficulties, but also to inner strength and a quiet dignity. After a photo by Valérie Réaud, with her kind permission painting size:51X41
760,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
In a world sometimes swept by violent and controlling forces, a hand emerges from the clouds and raises a fragile flame. A dove descends in a beam of light, symbolizing the awakening of human conscience that always brings humanity back to the light. painting dimensions:81X65
1 600,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
Symbolic painting representing the cosmic fusion between the masculine principle and the feminine principle. From this union is born a universal creative energy from which planets and crystals of light emerge, evoking the origin of life and the harmony of complementary forces. painting dimensions: 80X80
1 660,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
Symbolic painting depicting the convergence of the three great spiritual traditions toward the same cosmic light. Beyond religions and human divisions, the work evokes the awakening of consciousness and access to a universal spiritual freedom. painting dimensions: 91X73
1 680,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
Realistic portrait of a child with a calm, intense gaze, bearing a sacred symbol on the forehead. The work highlights human dignity and the spiritual dimension of the gaze through a sensitive, detailed representation. Based on a photo by Steve Mc Curry with his kind permission painting size:55X46
1 350,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
Symbolic painting depicting a female figure emerging from a luminous egg, while two human silhouettes remain in shadow at its base. The work evokes rebirth, inner awakening, and the transformation of consciousness toward light. dimension tableau:116X89
2 400,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
Realistic black-and-white portrait of a child with an intense, expressive gaze. The work highlights the power of the eyes and human dignity through a sensitive, detailed rendering of the face. painting dimensions: 73X53
1 450,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
Symbolic painting depicting a human figure holding the Earth, from which a cosmic energy bursts forth, made of crystals and planets. The work evokes the transformation of human consciousness and the link between the Earth, the universe, and spiritual evolution. painting dimensions: 92X73
1 860,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
A realistic portrait of a child whose direct gaze is protected by an adult’s hand. The work highlights the fragility of childhood, protection, and human dignity through a sensitive and expressive portrayal. Based on a photo by Steve Mc Curry with his kind permission tableau size:66X54
1 550,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
Symbolic painting depicting a child whose head evokes the planet Earth, held in protective arms amid the clouds. The work suggests birth, the fragility of our planet, and humanity's responsibility for the future of the world. dimension tableau:80X80
2 200,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
Symbolic painting depicting a solitary figure facing a bright opening in the sky. The scene evokes a moment of contemplation and passage toward the light, suggesting an inner journey, hope, and spiritual uplift. painting dimensions: 41X33
460,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
Symbolic painting depicting the Moon protecting the child Earth at the heart of a starry universe. Surrounded by crystals and planets, the scene evokes cosmic birth, the protection of life, and the deep bond between humanity and the universe. painting dimensions: 91X65
1 760,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
Realistic black-and-white portrait depicting a woman with an expressive gaze. This work highlights the features of the face, the intensity of the look, and human presence through a restrained and sensitive treatment of light and shadow. painting dimensions:75X65
1 550,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
Johnny Hallyday (1943–2017), nicknamed “the idol of the young,” is one of the greatest icons of French music. Dimensions: 80 x 65 cm With a career spanning more than 50 years, he left his mark on several generations with his powerful voice, charisma, and energy on stage. Inspired by American rock’n’roll, he knew how to adapt it to French culture and turn it into a true phenomenon. Author of many timeless hits, Johnny filled the biggest stadiums and sold more than 110 million records. Beyond the musical legend, he embodies passion, freedom, and the intensity of a life lived at full speed. His legacy continues to resonate in the hearts of his fans. table dimensions:81X65
1 400,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
This black-and-white pastel portrait captures the full inner power of Muhammad Ali, an icon of sport and freedom. Dimensions: 72 x 63 cm His hands frame his face, as if to focus his energy and vision. In his eyes shine both the determination of the champion and the depth of the committed man, a defender of dignity and equality. The work highlights raw strength and the fragility of the moment, reminding us that the real fight goes beyond the ring: it is also spiritual, social, and universal. Through this gaze, the artist reveals the soul of a man who stands tall.
1 400,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
This symbolic pastel depicts two protective hands holding the Earth like a fragile treasure. Dimensions: 83 x 63 cm On this globe, a butterfly unfolds its luminous wings, a symbol of transformation, lightness, and rebirth. The whole scene is bathed in pastel-toned clouds, evoking transcendence and peace. This work questions our responsibility: the planet is in our hands, ready to take flight toward a new metamorphosis if we know how to protect it. Through this poetic image, the butterfly becomes a messenger of hope and balance, linking the fleeting beauty of nature to the permanence of the Earth. Dimension of painting: 81X63
1 500,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
Pastel portrait of Ray Charles, master of soul and blues, a symbol of passion, freedom, and musical genius. A music legend. Dimensions: 75 x 65cm
1 400,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Philippe
A vibrant portrait of Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, a symbol of strength, grace, and freedom. A legend of music. Dimensions: 83 x 63 cm
1 400,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Galka
A painting depicting a pregnant woman in all its softness. Oil on canvas. 50 x 60 cm. One-of-a-kind piece. Ready to hang.
700,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Tessa & Nigel
Charcoal on paper 60 x 50 cms The polar bear is considered a vulnerable species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), with a total population estimated between 22,000 and 31,000 individuals. Its main threats are climate change, pollution, and energy development. I was inspired by Sir David Attenborough and his quest to save the planet
575,00 €
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Sculpture
By Marc
Carved from an old olive tree trunk, approximate dimensions: 42 x 30 cm and 73 cm high. Natural color. Unique piece.
3 200,00 €
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Peinture & Illustration
By Galka
"Blue Rabbit" painting, oil on canvas, 40x40 cm, with a 44x44 cm American frame. Unique piece, ready to hang.
470,00 €
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