Léopard de l'Amour Painting

I am a leather artist originally from Doulcon in eastern France, but I grew up in the beautiful region of South France, near the majestic Ste Baume mountain. Today, my studio is located in the charming village of Nans les Pins. My passion for horses led me to start working with leather to create bags for my long rides. I taught myself the art of carving, and my love for drawing animals—particularly their expressive eyes—naturally translated into my leatherwork. Initially, I began carving animal motifs as ornaments, which eventually evolved into painting them as well. What started as a personal pursuit has turned into my profession. I create custom pieces for knife collectors, hunters, photographers, and also design wallets and purses. Recently, I’ve begun painting animals on leather, inspired by the beauty of nature, which has always been a significant part of my life. During my first exhibition, the response was overwhelming; the public was amazed by the results. My goal is to carve and paint these animals to showcase their natural beauty and purity to the world.