Portraits are often important state and family records, as well as remembrances. Historically, portrait paintings have primarily memorialized the rich and powerful. Over time, however, it became more common for middle-class customers to commission portraits of their families and friends. Today portraits are affordable for everyone, yet remain valuable, unique and heart touching works of art.

On this website you will find examples of portraits made by Winnipeg portrait artist Alex El. He finished Art School of the Russian Academy of Fine Arts in Saint Petersburg, practiced portraiture in Israel, was enrolled at the University of Manitoba in Fine Arts, have had personal and group exhibitions in Russia, Israel and Canada. Along his art career portraits always have been his specialty. He is using various techniques like pastels, charcoal or pencil as well as acrylics and oils. Creating a portrait from photos is very straightforward, if you wish to order one, please fill out the order form, or contact the artist.