Our company creates hand-painted murals. Among our specialties are anamorphosis. This optical illusion, popularized by artists like Georges Rousse or Felice Varini, is very spectacular. We create artistic anamorphosis, but also decorative ones, for professional clients. Discover our most beautiful creations, as well as our techniques for painting anamorphosis. Finally, estimate the budget for your project or ask us for a quote.
What is anamorphosis?
First, a little etymology. The word comes from the Greek "ana," meaning transformation, and "morphosis," meaning form. Thus, it is the art of transforming shapes based on perspective. More concretely, anamorphosis is a three-dimensional optical illusion. An anamorphosis artwork can only be seen from a very specific point in space. The further one moves from this point, the more the artwork deconstructs. To achieve this, several surfaces (walls, floor, ceiling, furniture, etc.) are painted, some closer than others. But the best way to understand is to see an example in pictures.
How to create an anamorphosis?
Generally, to create an anamorphosis, we project the artwork onto the desired area. For outdoor spaces, this is done at night so the projector is more visible. Then, we draw the outlines of the artwork. This is the most technical part. Once the outlines are complete, we move on to painting. For certain surfaces, like glass, we prefer to use custom-made adhesives, as adhesive adheres better than paint on these materials.
We work on various surfaces
First, we create anamorphosis both indoors and outdoors.
Most frequently, it's indoors. For example, we create anamorphosis in bars, restaurants, shops, offices, corridors, etc. The possibilities are endless. The advantage of indoor spaces is that we can play with furniture and incorporate it into the anamorphosis. Generally, the anamorphosis is oriented to be visible from the room's entrance door, creating an immediate and spectacular effect.
We also create anamorphosis outdoors. For instance, on stairs, where the anamorphosis is visible from the bottom of the steps. Similarly, we create anamorphosis on playgrounds or car parks.
Examples of anamorphosis projects
Anamorphosis in hotel rooms and reception area
The agencies Myllième architecture and 1001 vies architectes commissioned us to create two anamorphosis artworks in the "eat & drink" area of the Graphik Montparnasse hotel. They are positioned to catch the eye immediately upon entering the lobby from both entrances. These anamorphosis pieces are inspired by the hotel's logo, featuring a blue circle and a yellow square. In addition to paint, we used adhesives for certain surfaces.
- Client: Oréa Hotels Management
- Location: Paris (75)
- Surface Area: 50 m²
- Completion time: 2 weeks
An anamorphosis for the new toy library in the city of Puteaux
We worked in a toy library in the city of Puteaux. The request was to create an anamorphosis at the average height of an 11-year-old child, who are the primary users of the space. They will see the artwork form and deform as they walk through this 15-meter long corridor.
- Client: City of Puteaux
- Location: Puteaux (92800)
- Artist: Hard Deco
Anamorphic lettering in the staircase of an office building
The international real estate group Hines commissioned us to decorate the emergency staircases of their headquarters. We painted the floor numbers with gold leaf, anamorphically. The result is elegant for a prestigious address.
- Client: Hines France
- Location: Paris (75)
- Agency: Lonsdale Design
- Surface Area: 21 m²
- Completion Time: 1 week
Striking decoration in a company's offices
Discover this incredible artwork in Winamax's offices. This anamorphosis almost makes us lose our balance when descending the stairs. The colors are inspired by the company's identity (red, gray, black). A decorative mural that leaves a lasting impression.
- Client: Winamax
- Location: Paris (75)
- Surface Area: 25 m²
- Completion Time: 7 days
A playful anamorphosis to spark children's imagination
We created an anamorphic mural designed for the youngest visitors of Les Chempéa shopping center in Reims. The goal is to transform a simple passageway into a visual playground, where the magic of perspective stimulates curiosity and wonder for families.
Client: Mondapar
Location: Reims (51100)
Artist: Hard Deco
What is the budget for an anamorphosis?
It all depends on the type of project. Here are the main factors that influence the budget:
- Decorative or artistic? If it's a purely decorative artwork, without artistic ambition, then the design is inexpensive. However, if you want an artist's signature, the design and rights transfer can be a significant cost.
- Dimensions. Naturally, the budget depends on the size of the artwork.
- Surface(s). Some surfaces are more technical than others. Indeed, paint and adhesives don't always adhere well, which can lead to additional costs.
- Accessibility. If the artwork is to be created in an indoor office, the budget is limited. However, if the work requires a lift or other equipment, the budget increases.
Ultimately, to give you an idea, expect to pay 100 to 400 euros per m².
Get a quote for your anamorphosis project
Do you have a project? Send us a message or book an appointment directly. First, we will discuss your project and offer some advice. Then, we will quickly send you a quote to create your anamorphosis. Finally, we will approve the sketch together before proceeding with the creation.
Furthermore, we are based in Paris, but we operate throughout France. Similarly, for large-scale projects, we can work abroad.
