French Artist Kyès’ transformed Modern Celebrities to Classical Portraits

The difference between traditional oil painting and digital painting seems obvious. But the gap is becoming convergent with evolving of software and craftsmanship of the talented artist. One of the anonymous French creators Kyès on Instagram went viral for a series of digital paintings depicting celebrities of nowadays in traditional style. The exquisite pieces give a completely tactile experience.

French Artist Kyès’ transformed Modern Celebrities to Classical Portraits
Catherine Fabienne – French actress

Without the concern on painting materials, Kyès focused on transforming faces of modern figures to their unique character in the era of 17th or 18th centuries. The outcome is beyond success since the artworks evoke memories of reviving fashion of the era. The ladies are described as wearing Carriage costume decorated with fashionable elements or head dresses with subtle details and classic colors. The men’s ensembles are completed with military outfit and shirts with ruffled or pleated fronts.

Kyès is productive in creating the Neoclassic pieces. There are growing number of celebrities added in the list. Check out the examples we collected for you and tell us your favorite pieces.

French Artist Kyès’ transformed Modern Celebrities to Classical Portraits
Miley Cyrus – American singer songwriter and actress

French Artist Kyès’ transformed Modern Celebrities to Classical Portraits
Millie Bobby Brown – British actress

French Artist Kyès’ transformed Modern Celebrities to Classical Portraits
Norah Jones – American singer songwriter and pianist

French Artist Kyès’ transformed Modern Celebrities to Classical Portraits
Pharrell Williams – American singer

French Artist Kyès’ transformed Modern Celebrities to Classical Portraits
Rihanna – Barbadian singer

French Artist Kyès’ transformed Modern Celebrities to Classical Portraits
Rosalía – Spanish singer

French Artist Kyès’ transformed Modern Celebrities to Classical Portraits
Scarlett Johansson – American actress

French Artist Kyès’ transformed Modern Celebrities to Classical Portraits
The Weeknd – Canadian singer

French Artist Kyès’ transformed Modern Celebrities to Classical Portraits
Úrsula Corberó – Spanish actress

French Artist Kyès’ transformed Modern Celebrities to Classical Portraits
Vanessa Paradis – French singer model and actress

French Artist Kyès’ transformed Modern Celebrities to Classical Portraits
Anya Taylor Joy – American actress

French Artist Kyès’ transformed Modern Celebrities to Classical Portraits
Beyoncé – American singer songwriter and dancer

French Artist Kyès’ transformed Modern Celebrities to Classical Portraits
Cardi B American – rapper and songwriter

French Artist Kyès’ transformed Modern Celebrities to Classical Portraits
Christopher Walken – American actor

French Artist Kyès’ transformed Modern Celebrities to Classical Portraits
Hafsia Herzi – French actress and film director

French Artist Kyès’ transformed Modern Celebrities to Classical Portraits
Jamel Debbouze – French Moroccan actor comedian screenwriter film producer and director