The Gotham Guardian

Original painting by Michele Petrelli ©
210x297mm


If you're interested in realistic painting, figurative art, or simply curious about how a painted portrait comes to life, this video documents the full process behind a piece dedicated to Batman.
I chose to merge classical painting techniques with a rawer, more contemporary expressiveness —
it felt like the right language to explore his complex nature.

From the preliminary sketch to the application of acrylic paint, the video shows every stage: work on the face, chiaroscuro, gesture.
All of it in search of a personal vision that goes beyond the simple representation of a superhero.

It's painting in real time — reflection, process, creation. A small visual narrative about portraiture, light, character, and material.


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