about

Marius Els is a London-based photographer and montage artist who creates surreal and theatrical photo illustrations using a combination of his own photography, AI elements and stock images. With his eye for detail and his use of various digital photo manipulation techniques, Marius creates images that are not only visually stunning but also convey poignant stories.

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 Marius's journey began as a classical ballet dancer, performing soloist and principal roles before retiring as a principal dancer from London City Ballet. He now channels his creativity through photography and digital art, participating in several exhibitions with well-known galleries such as London Light House Gallery, The Arts Project, Espacio Gallery, and the annual Loudest Whispers exhibition.

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Marius's artwork is inspired by a variety of subjects, ranging from fantasy to emotional imagery, and his strong eye for detail and emphasis on sharp edges give his images an illustrative quality. Using advanced Photoshop techniques, Marius expertly blends colors, textures, and shapes to create a sense of depth and movement that draws the viewer into each piece. His artworks are available for high-resolution instant digital downloads, perfect for high-quality fine art printing on paper such as Hahnemühle German Etching paper.

He continually expands his knowledge in digital art through studying the renowned Photo Artistry courses by Sebastian Michaels. Welcome to his art website and enjoy his latest pieces, and discover how his unique vision can transform any space.