portrait avec chat Painting by Gérard Michel

Gérard Michel is a contemporary French self-taught painter, born in Nice in 1942. His passion for drawing and color blossomed at a young age, leading him to pursue further education at the School of Decorative Art in Nice for three years after completing his studies.

Following his artistic training, Gérard embarked on a career in various design offices before eventually establishing his own. Throughout his professional journey, he honed his skills and explored different styles of painting, including figurative, portraiture, naive art, and floral motifs.

Upon retiring, Gérard relocated to a small Provençal village in the Var region, where he continues to pursue his artistic endeavors with vigor. Immersed in the picturesque surroundings of southern France, he finds inspiration in the vibrant colors and rustic beauty of the Provence landscape, which often manifest in his diverse range of artistic expressions.

• Nationality: FRANCE
• Date of birth : 1942
• Artistic domains: Works by artists with a certified artist value, Works by professional artists,
• Groups: Certified Artists Professional Artist Contemporary French Artists