André Monet

André Monet is a Canadian artist born in 1965 in Montreal. Trained in graphic design at Université Laval, he began his career in fashion and advertising before fully dedicating himself to art. His unique style blends collage, acrylic, and mixed media, incorporating elements like vintage newspapers, maps, and musical scores to create photorealistic portraits of cultural icons. His work is known for its layered textures and symbolic depth, giving each portrait a narrative dimension that reflects the personality and history of the subject.

Deeply inspired by cinema, photography, music, and literature, Monet connects with the cultural zeitgeist by portraying iconic figures such as Freddie Mercury, Grace Kelly, David Bowie, and Frida Kahlo. His large-scale portraits are both visually striking and emotionally resonant, capturing the essence of his subjects through a fusion of text and imagery. Exhibited internationally in cities like Paris, London, New York, Seoul, and Athens, Monet continues to explore the dialogue between identity, fame, and visual storytelling.