About Paulette Gautier
Paulette uses the underpainting technique employed by the masters since the Renaissance. It is done in monochrome values similar to a black and white photo. Then layers of transparent oil glazes are applied over these gray-green values called verdaccio. The glazes give the work luminosity and translucency, while the underpainting enhances skin tones to create high realism. This manner of painting, layering so-called fat over lean, combined with the careful application of marbled gesso to the panel surface produces art of the highest quality and durability that is not obtainable with other painting methods.
Through her skillful use of form, color and brushwork she breaths life into her paintings. Paulette is noted for her exceptional ability to capture the personality and expression of her subject. Her paintings are peaceful, enchanting, and romantic and reflect a lovely blending of realism and impressionism.
Portraiture has always been her very favorite subject but she also enjoys painting floral still life’s. She is equally adept in oil, pastel and pencil.
Paulette has been a professional artist for 35 years creating fine art portraits for private clients in the United States and abroad. She receives numerous requests for commissions every year be it family portrait or a copy of a master.