un petit village (2014) Painting by Paddy Manlay (Paddy)

Paddy Manlay, a contemporary French painter, embarked on a unique artistic journey shaped by a dual pursuit of studies at the Bordeaux School of Fine Arts and the Faculty of Medicine. Despite a simultaneous attraction to the Institut des Hautes Études Cinématographiques (IDHEC), the allure of the medical field ultimately won him over because it is more "nourishing .

From his earliest childhood, Paddy displayed a passion for drawing and painting, experimenting with mediums like table oil and gouache to emulate the techniques of professionals. For him, painting transcends the mere depiction of visual reality; it represents the freedom to capture the emotions and sensations that resonate within the heart. Paddy Manlay's artistic expression reflects a harmonious blend of his educational background and innate creative instincts, forging a distinctive path in the world of contemporary art.

• Nationality: FRANCE
• Date of birth : 1948
• Artistic domains: Works by artists with a certified artist value,
• Groups: Certified Artists Contemporary French Artists