A selection of recent paintings by French artist Alexis Ralaivao. Serving as a visual diary of sorts, Ralaivao’s intimate paintings are snapshots from his daily life. Paying particular attention to the visual details of loved ones, his closely-cropped compositions strike a balance between bare skin and the items that adorn it, emphasizing the intimate, sensual nature of his work. 

See more from Alexis Ralaivao below!