Discover the contemporary work of B. Rialtey

After studying history, I turned to science. towards the art of calligraphy the goose feather. One thing led to another, illumination, then watercolor painting. ink with the watercolor technique came to enrich my technique. Finally, for almost 2 years, I have been approached by agencies to engrave perfume bottles for Christian Dior and Roger et Gallet. 

In my creations I use handmade paper from the latest paper mill. paper in Occitanie (hemp, linen, cotton). I am also the calligrapher of the City. from Carcassonne. Finally, I teach all ages the art of calligraphy and illustrated initials.

I am particularly known for my poppies, in various formats ranging from a simple bookmark to a bookmark. the giant sheet of 2.40m × 3.2m, but also for my collection of rapacious drop caps, a complete alphabet of which I offer reproductions for sale. very high definition.

Finally, I use inks made by a talented craftsman, some of which are handmade. based on natural pigments.

The world changes, my values remain the same. Through my creations, I export Occitanie to the four corners of the world, in particular thanks to my partnership with the Citéé of Carcassonne.

My artistic approach consists of use exclusively noble materials from local craftsmanship,  and advocate a return to life. nature with my flowers and my naturalistic initials,  with a touch of humor. Inks base of natural pigments, handmade paper at the mill paper from Brousses, France, Aude.

My drop caps also tell a story. The symbolism is very present there. It is a medieval invention,  and to a certain extent we can say that it is the ancestor of the comic strip.

My flowers and in particular the poppy evoke the beauty of nature. and fragility of nature. These latter are an ode to; femininity, sensuality, and lightness. It’s my favorite flower.