“Pépin has become renowned for her masterful technique where the realism of photography and the richness of oil paint magically meet [..]” – The Huffington Post

“When I work on portraits, I seek to not only capture the physical appearance of my subjects, but also their personality. I think that there is nothing more interesting than having the opportunity to meet wonderful people and capture their individuality on my canvas. I aim to paint portraits of excellent quality that will last, along with its legacy, for the centuries to come. Oil painting permits me to give richness as well as a certain romantic aspect to a portrait.” – Lydia Pépin