Title : Love Story Artist : Alexandre Petrus Technique : Hand-cut stencil, spray paint and acrylic Support : Cotton canvas on wooden stretcher Dimension : 61 x 46 x 2 cm Year of creation : 2026 Signature : Hand-signed, AP monogram on the front Authenticity : Certificate of authenticity included Condition : Excellent condition ABOUT THE ARTWORK “Love Story” captures a poetic urban moment where innocence meets the language of street art. Two children appear painting a large heart on a wall — one standing on a crate spraying the upper curve, while the other carefully completes the lower part with a brush. The scene evokes the simplicity of childhood and the universal symbol of love expressed through spontaneous gestures. The glowing red heart becomes the emotional center of the composition, radiating through the textured background. Splashes and drips of red paint reinforce the raw energy of street art, while also suggesting the intensity and vulnerability often associated with love. The piece was created using my double-layer stencil technique. The composition was first digitally designed and then meticulously hand-cut before being applied with spray paint and acrylic. This process allows the figures and the scene to remain crisp and graphic while the background remains expressive and instinctive. By merging childhood imagery with urban aesthetics, the artwork tells a quiet story about creativity, connection and the timeless human need to express emotion. This is a unique, original artwork. Even if the stencil may reappear in future works, each background remains entirely one of a kind. ABOUT THE ARTIST Alexandre Petrus is a French stencil artist blending street art aesthetics with digital design and traditional craftsmanship. His stencils are digitally designed before being printed and carefully hand-cut. His artistic process is built around the dialogue between precision and spontaneity. The stencil represents structure and control, while the background is created instinctively, allowing textures and movement to emerge — a philosophy he describes as “originality in repetition.” He has created murals across France and performs live painting for weddings and corporate events, bringing urban art energy into diverse environments. All artworks are original pieces — no prints, no editions. SHIPPING The artwork will be carefully packaged with professional materials to ensure optimal protection. Tracked and insured shipping. FOLLOW ME instagram : @alexandrepetrus.art website : www.ap-art.fr⁠