Nathalie Lemaitre is a French painter, born in 1965 in Tourcoing (North). She lives and works in Paris. Nathalie Lemaître studied Graphic Arts and Painting at L’Atelier Met in Penninghen - Atelier Julian - then at L’ESAG in Paris. She became an independent graphic designer for a few years before devoting herself exclusively to her work as a painter.
Nathalie's painting is deeply rooted in its time. Nathalie Lemaitre with her collage technique transforms existing images into powerful new compositions full of stories with a playful dimension and a touch of humor. The canvases are full of mystery, little secrets: a shadow behind a window, a note in a woman's hair, a mini dancer on a roof, etc. You will constantly discover new hidden messages.
His compositions are dynamic and colorful, his approach to collage is rich. The superimposition of the papers and his work of discoloration and enhancement bring to the works an incomparable transparency and light. Certain influence from the great masters of chiaroscuro.
Works influenced by Pop Art and Street Art show originality and freshness. We find a sincere and powerful painting that tells you little stories. The portrait work with Nathalie Lemaitre is an interior journey. He goes to self-discovery by expressing feelings and emotions. Work on the intimate.