Stéphanie Ruel
Artistic field : Visual arts
Bio
Based in Saint-Lazare, Stéphanie Ruel is a passionate painter, using acrylic and oil mediums. With an established career as a lawyer, she followed her passion for art by devoting herself to painting. This bold career choice reflects a deep desire to explore the infinite potential of artistic expression and to share her unique vision with the world.
Her artistic approach is marked by a constant exploration of color, texture and form, but she also takes an introspective approach. Inspired by the landscapes that surround her and by her travels, as well as by universal themes such as nature, humanity, resilience and emotions, each work is an invitation to contemplate the beauty and complexity of life.
An active participant in exhibitions and symposia, she is deeply involved in the art community. These events offer not only a platform to showcase her work, but also an opportunity to connect with other artists and positively influence the local art landscape. She firmly believes in the importance of exchanging ideas and inspiring one another, seeing every interaction as an opportunity for growth and learning.
In each painting, she seeks to capture the essence of her subject, creating works that not only decorate, but also tell a story. Her art is a constant exploration of light, shadow and emotion, a visual journey that invites deep personal reflection.
Approach
My artistic approach is rooted in a profound exploration of texture, light and human emotions. Through mediums such as acrylic and oil, I seek to capture the essence of the natural world while interrogating universal themes such as memory, beauty and resilience.
The landscapes I paint, often inspired by my travels, offer a moment of tranquility, like a pause in a world where time stands still. Through textured brushstrokes and vibrant color palettes, I recreate scenes that capture not only the visual beauty, but also the emotional essence of places.
My work also explores more introspective subjects, such as human suffering and resilience. Works such as Don't Forget Ukraine express collective and individual pain with strong symbols, such as red-stained sunflowers, recalling both vitality and tragedy. The realism of some of my works is combined with a symbolic and allegorical dimension, creating a dialogue between the visible and the invisible.
I also like to play with contrasts in my portraits and compositions, combining dense textures with lighter surfaces to represent the duality of the human being: fragility and strength, sadness and joy. Each painting becomes a conversation between matter, light and the human soul.
A preview of her work
