Born in Montreal in 1943, Pierre Gosselin, who's passionate about painting, is a man who has an undeniable talent for portrait. He has evolved as artist painter for approximately thirty-five years. The artist studied at the «Professional Artist School of Montreal». He was also Mr. George Carpenter's student, an american artist of international reputation.

Very perceptive, he masters his art by reproducing not only the exterior of the subject but also by obtaining its soul. Before beginning a portrait, he studies the least details so his painting looks realistic.

In 1997, after an unfortunate accident to his left eye, Pierre Gosselin began his "Elvis Presley" phase. Astonished by the charismatic singer, he decides to paint the King in life-size format. It is the beginning of a Trilogy of portraits.

Then by the time of his first trip to Memphis, this artist of great talent makes a success of a turn of force. He creates a strong interest among the biggest collectors and the painting entitled "RAW EMOTION" is sent to Paris for an exhibition!

This new challenge brought the artist to travel: Toronto, Chicago and Memphis, where he met Elvis Presley's surroundings and fans.

Now, you can get a taste of Pierre Gosselin's inestimable talent with reproductions of each of his portraits.

D.J. Fontana. Elvis' legendary drummer. (1955-1961)	Jos Esposito. Tour Manager	Suzanna Leigh. Film star. She has played in Elvis' movie...	Nancy Rooks. Graceland employee

Scotty Moore. Elvis' guitarist (1955-1961)	Keith Alverson. Elvis' official photographer	Nella & Brian Allward. King Collectibles	Display at the 'Complexe Desjardins' in Montreal, Quebec

D.J. Fontana. Elvis' legendary drummer. (1955-1961)	Jos Esposito. Tour Manager	Marian Cocke. Elvis' private nurse	Nancy Rooks. Graceland employee	Display at the Ramada Inn in Memphis

Anita Wood. Elvis' first sweetheart	Patsy Anderson. Manager, Elvis' fans relations	Trent Carlini. Las Vegas-based Impersonator	Elvis' Monument in Memphis	Roland Leclerc. Photographer. Thanks for the pictures

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Pierre Gosselin 1202 Daniel Street Longueuil Province of Quebec Canada J4J 3M7 Phone number (450) 670-0054 e-mail: Pierre Gosselin

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Last update: April 16^th, 2003.