Alexandre Petrus (1988) - PAINT LOVERS
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Original artwork by Alexandre Petrus titled PAINT LOVERS, created in 2026, employing hand-cut stencil, spray paint and acrylic on cotton canvas on a wooden stretcher, 61 x 46 x 2 cm, hand-signed with AP monogram, certificate of authenticity included, in excellent condition, origin France.
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PAINT LOVERS
INFORMATIONS TECHNIQUES
Title : Paint Lovers
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
“Paint Lovers” is a poetic and slightly rebellious interpretation of childhood, creativity and emotional expression.
The scene captures a simple yet powerful moment: a child painting a heart on a wall, while another watches. This gesture, often seen as an act of vandalism, is here reinterpreted as something deeply human — the need to express, to feel, and to share emotion.
The dripping heart becomes a central symbol. It is not clean or controlled — it bleeds, it flows — echoing the raw nature of feelings. In this piece, painting becomes a language, and the wall becomes a space of emotional release.
The composition plays with movement and contrast. The dynamic strokes and scattered fragments in the background create a sense of energy and spontaneity, while the stencil work brings precision and structure to the characters.
As always in my work, the stencil is entirely hand-cut. Each line is carefully designed to capture posture, emotion and interaction between the figures. The layering of tones creates depth while keeping a strong graphic identity.
This artwork also subtly questions the way society frames creativity. What is considered destruction in one context can be seen as creation in another. “Paint Lovers” stands right at that intersection.
It is a piece about innocence, connection, and the instinctive need to leave a mark.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Alexandre Petrus is a French stencil artist known for his distinctive visual language, combining the raw energy of street art with the precision of hand-crafted technique.
Working exclusively with hand-cut stencils, he has developed a recognizable and refined signature style, where every line is carefully designed and manually executed. His work stands at the intersection of digital creation, traditional craftsmanship and contemporary urban art.
What defines his approach is a unique balance between control and spontaneity. While the subject is meticulously constructed through layered stencil work, the background is created instinctively, making each piece truly one of a kind. This philosophy — which he defines as “originality in repetition” — ensures that no artwork is ever reproduced or duplicated.
His creations explore a wide range of themes, from wildlife and human emotion to pop culture and classical reinterpretations, allowing his work to resonate with a broad international audience.
Over the years, Alexandre Petrus has built a growing base of collectors across Europe and internationally, attracted by the uniqueness, consistency and strong identity of his work.
Each artwork is an original piece — no prints, no editions — making every acquisition a unique and exclusive addition to a collection.
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
Seller's Story
French stencil artist, I offer here original works entirely handmade.
Each painting is created on canvas using stencils that I draw and cut out myself, then reinterpreted on unique and spontaneous backgrounds.
My work draws inspiration from pop culture, mythological figures, artistic icons, and contemporary characters, with an aesthetic blending street art and contemporary art.
All artworks for sale are unique pieces (no editions, no reproductions), signed and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
I ship each work with the utmost care, in a secure and tracked package, to France and internationally.
Translated by Google TranslatePAINT LOVERS
INFORMATIONS TECHNIQUES
Title : Paint Lovers
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
“Paint Lovers” is a poetic and slightly rebellious interpretation of childhood, creativity and emotional expression.
The scene captures a simple yet powerful moment: a child painting a heart on a wall, while another watches. This gesture, often seen as an act of vandalism, is here reinterpreted as something deeply human — the need to express, to feel, and to share emotion.
The dripping heart becomes a central symbol. It is not clean or controlled — it bleeds, it flows — echoing the raw nature of feelings. In this piece, painting becomes a language, and the wall becomes a space of emotional release.
The composition plays with movement and contrast. The dynamic strokes and scattered fragments in the background create a sense of energy and spontaneity, while the stencil work brings precision and structure to the characters.
As always in my work, the stencil is entirely hand-cut. Each line is carefully designed to capture posture, emotion and interaction between the figures. The layering of tones creates depth while keeping a strong graphic identity.
This artwork also subtly questions the way society frames creativity. What is considered destruction in one context can be seen as creation in another. “Paint Lovers” stands right at that intersection.
It is a piece about innocence, connection, and the instinctive need to leave a mark.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Alexandre Petrus is a French stencil artist known for his distinctive visual language, combining the raw energy of street art with the precision of hand-crafted technique.
Working exclusively with hand-cut stencils, he has developed a recognizable and refined signature style, where every line is carefully designed and manually executed. His work stands at the intersection of digital creation, traditional craftsmanship and contemporary urban art.
What defines his approach is a unique balance between control and spontaneity. While the subject is meticulously constructed through layered stencil work, the background is created instinctively, making each piece truly one of a kind. This philosophy — which he defines as “originality in repetition” — ensures that no artwork is ever reproduced or duplicated.
His creations explore a wide range of themes, from wildlife and human emotion to pop culture and classical reinterpretations, allowing his work to resonate with a broad international audience.
Over the years, Alexandre Petrus has built a growing base of collectors across Europe and internationally, attracted by the uniqueness, consistency and strong identity of his work.
Each artwork is an original piece — no prints, no editions — making every acquisition a unique and exclusive addition to a collection.
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
Seller's Story
French stencil artist, I offer here original works entirely handmade.
Each painting is created on canvas using stencils that I draw and cut out myself, then reinterpreted on unique and spontaneous backgrounds.
My work draws inspiration from pop culture, mythological figures, artistic icons, and contemporary characters, with an aesthetic blending street art and contemporary art.
All artworks for sale are unique pieces (no editions, no reproductions), signed and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
I ship each work with the utmost care, in a secure and tracked package, to France and internationally.
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Artist
Alexandre Petrus (1988)
Sold with frame
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Direct from the artist
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
PAINT LOVERS
Technique
Mixed media
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
France
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
61 cm
Width
46 cm
Depiction/theme
Pop Culture
Style
Contemporary
Period
2020+
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