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Francois Dominique - Biography and Works for Sale Francois Dominique ( Haitian, born 1946 ) Discover More: Explore Our Curated Showcase or Browse Our Full Haitian Art Gallery Previous Next Francois Dominique is a Haitian artist born on September 1, 1946, in Milot, near Cap-Haïtien. He began his artistic journey in 1967, studying under the famous Haitian painter Philomé Obin, though he has since developed his own distinctive style that diverges from the typical Cap-Haïtien school. His works are known for their vibrant depictions of Haitian life, often portraying local scenes with bold colors and intricate details. Famous Works Click on painting for purchasing information View More

Lionel Paul (ONEL) - Biography and Works for Sale Lionel Paul (ONEL) ( Haitian, born 1966 ) Discover More: Explore Our Curated Showcase or Browse Our Full Haitian Art Gallery Previous Next Born on March 2, 1966 in Soissons la Montagne, belongs to the younger generation of the Saint Soleil movement. At 6 years old, he was introduced to the arts in the small school run by Lucienne Fermathe Simeus, wife of Levoy Exile. This facility was supported by Tiga Art Materials and Maud Robart. In 1973, Onel became an apprentice in the workshop of Exile Levoy, who encouraged him to develop his artistic talents. In 1989, under the leadership of Tiga and having grown up in the sphere of his aunt seamstress, he began moving towards recycling textile art that expanded with the use of sawdust and gluing objects. Onel is one of the few artists who stand out from traditional modes of figurative Movement Saint-Soleil to provide innovative figural forms. He is the initiator of this process which was later adopted by the artists Prospero Eriveaux, Ery Stivenson, and Magloire. Famous Works Click on painting for purchasing information View More

Celestin Faustin - Biography and Works for Sale Celestin Faustin ( Haitian, 1948 - 1981 ) Discover More: Explore Our Curated Showcase or Browse Our Full Haitian Art Gallery Previous Next Faustin, Celestin (1948 – 1981) Celestin Faustin was born in La Fond, Haiti, a mountain village above Jacmel, in 1948. He named for his grandmother, Celestina, a practitioner of vodou who was an important influence in his life. Wilmino Domond took Celestin Faustin as an apprentice when he was 19 years old to train him. Faustin learned quickly and established himself independently. He died tragically in 1981 (age 33). Exhibits 2012 Kafou: Haiti, Art and Vodou. Nottingham Contemporary 2022 "Milk of Dreams" Biennale di Venezia -Italy Permanent Collections Spencer Museum of Art, The University of Kansas Published in Farquharson, Alex and Leah Gordon Kafou: Haiti, Art and Vodou. 2012. Nottingham Contemporary. Nottingham, England. Gerald Alexis Peintres Haitiens Editions Cercle d’Art Paris 2000 Marie-Jose Nadal Gerald Bloncourt La peiture Haitienne Haitian Arts Editions : Nathan, Paris 2000 Famous Works Click on painting for purchasing information View More

Jean René Jérome - Biography and Works for Sale Jean René Jérome ( Haitian, 1942 - 1991 ) Discover More: Explore Our Curated Showcase or Browse Our Full Haitian Art Gallery Previous Next Jerome was born in Petit-Goave on March, 1942. Jean-Rene's family belonged to the elite of Haitian society, which enabled him to become an actor, singer and a dancer. He moved to Port-au-Prince where he attended the "Petit Seminaire College Saint Martial" and later the "College Moderne." He studied at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Port-au-Prince. In 1963, he became a "regular" at the Brochette Galerie. Two years later in 1965, he won first prize in the Esso Salon Competition. In1968, he decided to devote himself entirely to painting and opened a studio in Port-Au-Prince. In 1970, he visited the USA; a year later he returned to the USA and stayed there for four months, studying and working with Bernard Sejourne’. From 1973 to 1975 he taught fine arts at the school of Fine Arts in Port-au-Prince. He founded the School of Beauty with B. Sejourne’, Legagneur and Dodard. In 1985, he founded the "Ateliers Jerome" where his own paintings and the work of other artists are exhibited. Jerome belongs to the School of Beauty Jean Rene Jerome died suddenly in 1991. Published in Nadal, Marie-Jose and Gerald Bloncourt. 1986. La Peinture Haitienne, Haitian Arts. Paris: Editions Nathan Alexis Gerald Peintres Haitiens Editions Cercle d’Art Paris 2000 Famous Works Click on painting for purchasing information View More

Explore fascinating artist biographies and their exceptional works for sale in our Haitian Art Gallery. Immerse yourself in the stories behind the masterpieces. Artist Biographies (Learn about the artists and view their works) Welcome to the Artists' Biographies page at Haiti Collection Privee, your premier online Haitian Art Gallery. This page serves as your gateway to discovering the talented Haitian artists whose exceptional artwork vividly brings to life the rich culture, history, and traditions of Haiti. Explore comprehensive biographies that detail each artist's unique journey, inspirations drawn from Haitian folklore, history, Vodou traditions, and the vibrant Caribbean lifestyle that influences their craft. These stories celebrate each artist’s significant contribution to the world of Haitian fine art, highlighting the incredible diversity and depth found within this dynamic artistic heritage. In addition to engaging artist biographies, this page features direct links to view and purchase their available paintings, allowing art collectors, enthusiasts, and newcomers alike to seamlessly connect with pieces that inspire them. Whether you're captivated by Haitian folk art, primitive styles, masterful oil paintings, or the spiritual allure of Vodou-inspired artworks, you'll find it all here. Dive into the compelling world of Haitian artistry and enrich your home or collection with authentic Haitian masterpieces. The Artists' Biographies page at Haiti Collection Privee is your ultimate resource for exploring and acquiring Haitian art that speaks to your heart and preserves the vibrant spirit of Haiti. Alberik Azor Andree Naude Antoine Smith Beauvoir Paul Camy Rocher Castera Bazile Descollines Manes Felix Lafortune Frantz Zephirin Gesner Armand Gérard Fortuné Jacques Gabriel Jean René Jérome Lionel Saint Eloi Luckner Lazard Maria Betty Saint Surin Micius Stephane Prospere Pierre Louis Roland Saint Hubert Seymour (S. E.) Bottex Villard Denis (Davertige) Yves Jn Baptiste Alix Roy André Normil Audes Saul Bourmond Byron Carlo Jean-Jacques Celestin Faustin Dieudonne Cedor Francois Chery Gerard Valcin Guethin Exil Gérard Paul Jacques Richard Chery Levoy Exil Louisiana Lubin Madsen Monpremier Mathieu St Juste Pierre Joseph Valcin Reynald Joseph Saint Jacques Smith Sisson Blanchard Wilson Bigaud Andre Pierre Antilhomme Richard Augustin Pierrot (Apier) Calixte Henri Casimir Joseph Charles "Thialy" Ermistral Emilcar Similien, (Simil) Francois Dominique Germilia Dufaut (YAYA) Gélin Buteau Jacques Enguerrand Gourgue Jasmin Joseph Lionel Paul (ONEL) Louisianne Saint-Fleurant Magda Magloire Maxan Jean-Louis Pierre Sylvain Augustin (Payas) Richard Nesly Saint Jean Saint Juste Toussaint St Pierre Xavier Amiama View More

Toussaint St Pierre - Biography and Works for Sale Toussaint St Pierre ( Haitian, 1923 - 1985 ) Discover More: Explore Our Curated Showcase or Browse Our Full Haitian Art Gallery Previous Next Toussaint St Pierre was born in 1923 and lived in Planton-Café, a small hamlet near Kenscoff, the well-to-do district, 1500 meters above Port au Prince. His career as a painter began in the summer of 1968/1972. A summer visitor had left him his amateur painter's kit, and Saint-Pierre Toussaint started using it. He was influenced by Michele Manuel (1935), a female Haitian artist working in the mountains near Kenscoff. He died in 1985 Famous Works Click on painting for purchasing information View More

Beauvoir Paul - Biography and Works for Sale Beauvoir Paul ( Haitian, 1932 - 1972 ) Discover More: Explore Our Curated Showcase or Browse Our Full Haitian Art Gallery Previous Next Paul Beauvoir was born 1932 in Port-au-Prince. Beauvoir was a member of the Centre d' Art. He later left the Centre d’Art to become a member of the Foyer des Arts Plastiques, which was formed by those artists who were dissatisfied with the way issues facing Haitian artists were addressed. Beauvoir worked very closely with Rene Exume’ and Emanuel Jolicoeur. He died tragically in an automobile accident in 1972. Famous Works Click on painting for purchasing information View More

Carlo Jean-Jacques - Biography and Works for Sale Carlo Jean-Jacques ( Haitian, 1943 - 1990 ) Discover More: Explore Our Curated Showcase or Browse Our Full Haitian Art Gallery Previous Next He began drawing at an early age. As a child, he completed a correspondence course in art from the Ecole ABC in Paris and in 1963 enrolled in the Atelier d'art of Joseph Jacob, where his instructors were Dieudonne Cedor, David La Fontant and Bernard Wah. Shortly after, one of his paintings was chosen for the Esso Competition. By 1966, Carlo left the group. In 1969, Carlo joined the Galerie Monnin with a small painting to begin an association that would last until the end of his life. Published in Nadal, Marie-Jose and Gerald Bloncourt. 1986. La Peinture Haitienne, Haitian Arts. Paris Famous Works Click on painting for purchasing information View More

Descollines Manes - Biography and Works for Sale Descollines Manes ( Haitian, 1936 - 1985 ) Discover More: Explore Our Curated Showcase or Browse Our Full Haitian Art Gallery Previous Next Manes Descollines (1936-1985) was originally a mason and construction worker, then a factory worker at the famous Barbancourt Rum distillery. He began to paint in 1961, working with Gerard Resil, Dieudonne Cedor and Luckner Lazard, and on ceramics with Tiga (Jean-Claude Garoute) and Emmanuel Joachim. Descollines painted the scenes of urban social life and took special pleasure in depicting children as they played in the streets. In 1975 he developed a severe allergy to all kinds of paint. He attempted suicide numerous times. Tragically, he succeeded in ending his life in 1985. Famous Works Click on painting for purchasing information View More

Andree Naude - Biography and Works for Sale Andree Naude ( Belgian, 1903 - 2003 ) Discover More: Explore Our Curated Showcase or Browse Our Full Haitian Art Gallery Previous Next Andrée Naudé was born in Belgium in 1904. She studies classics in Paris where she also studies painting. In 1931 she moved to Haiti. She established the Atelier de la Tete de l'Eau in 1944 with other women painters in Haiti - Tamara Baussan, Marie-José Nadal et Michèle Manuel. Naudé was part of the founding of the Centre d’art in 1944. Between 1928 and 1931 Naudé exhibited in numerous galleries in Paris and Greece. In 1978, her one woman show of fifty years of painting was show in Montreal. Published in Nadal, Marie-Jose and Gerald Bloncourt. 1986. La Peinture Haitienne, Haitian Arts. Paris: Editions Nathan Famous Works Click on painting for purchasing information View More

Magda Magloire - Biography and Works for Sale Magda Magloire ( Haitian, 1957 - 2017 ) Discover More: Explore Our Curated Showcase or Browse Our Full Haitian Art Gallery Previous Next Magda Magloire was born in Petionville, Haiti on December 13th, 1957. She is the daughter of the painter Louisiane St. Fleurant, a founding member of the Saint Soeil school of painting. She is the sister of painters Ramphis Magloire and the late painter Stivenson Magloire . She began painting late, in the 1990's, with the encouragement of her mother, as well as Tiga and other members of the St. Soleil school Famous Works Click on painting for purchasing information View More

Maria Betty Saint Surin - Biography and Works for Sale Maria Betty Saint Surin ( Haitian, born 1968 ) Discover More: Explore Our Curated Showcase or Browse Our Full Haitian Art Gallery Previous Next Famous Works Click on painting for purchasing information View More