One shape, cut in silence, says more than a photograph.
Silhouette art is the practice of cutting a person's profile from black paper, freehand, without drawing or tracing — a portrait reduced to its purest outline.
No sketch. No software. Just scissors.
A finished silhouette takes under two minutes: I look at a profile, and cut directly into black paper with no preliminary drawing. What comes out is a likeness reduced to a single, continuous line — recognisable instantly, and impossible to fake without real skill.
It's a discipline that rewards precision over decoration: every silhouette lives or dies on resemblance alone.
Key facts
- Each portrait takes me under two minutes: I work at a pace of 35 silhouettes per hour, around 100 portraits at a three-hour event
- I charge per event from a two-hour base, plus a supplement for extra hours and my travel from Barcelona
- I have over 30 years of professional experience
- I cut commissioned silhouettes from a photo: €30 per person, shipping not included
- I work with no technical equipment or setup: I perform in any space, indoors or outdoors, with minimal installation
- I present every silhouette on a card personalised for the event
A Live Performance
Every portrait happens in front of the guest — there's no backstage, no retouching, no second take.
A 260-Year Tradition
Rooted in 18th-century Europe, the craft has outlasted photography, digital printing and every entertainment trend since.
A Keepsake, Not a Print
Each silhouette is a one-off physical object — cut once, kept for years, and impossible to reproduce identically.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good trade show booth idea to attract visitors?
A visible live craft gives people a genuine reason to stop. As I cut a portrait, the process attracts attention and creates a relaxed opening for your team to begin a conversation. See trade shows & fairs.
What makes wedding entertainment memorable for guests?
I believe the most memorable wedding entertainment feels personal and belongs naturally within the celebration. I work quietly during the cocktail hour or reception, without interrupting the programme, and each guest leaves with an individual portrait. See weddings.
Do you perform at major sporting events and in VIP hospitality areas?
My live silhouette performance is particularly well suited to major sporting events, VIP lounges and hospitality suites. It is quiet, elegant and easy to integrate into premium guest areas, where I can create a personal portrait without competing with the main sporting programme.