Marie-Lou Chatel

Marie-Lou Chatel is a Belgian artist specializing in the restoration and colorization of old images.Trained in art history and photography, she discovered the digital portal of the American Library of Congress during her university research, which allowed her to download black and white images in high resolution,free of copyright. Out of curiosity, she then embarked on the colorization of a few photos.The result was a revelation. Her approach is not aimed at diminishing the power of black and white, but rather at offering scenes from a different angle. Her meticulous and poetic work allows viewers to immerse themselves in a vision of life at that time. In recent years, she has also specialized in improving old color photographs such as autochromes. Her process is just as meticulous as restoration and colorization. She does not rely on automated processes, but draws on her talent and expertise to enhance the quality and clarity of old images.Thanks to her art, these photographs acquire an unparalleled sharpness and vividness.This activity is a testament to her commitment to the preservation and restoration of our visual heritage, as well as her ability to adapt to new technologies to contribute to art and culture.