Fouad El-Khabbaz
Painter Writer
Fouad El-Khabbaz, known in the art world as “Le Boulanger”, is a Lebanese-Canadian artist and published poet and fiction writer in both French and English. His creations blend traditional and digital art, exploring resilience, transformation, and the intimate layers of the human spirit. His words and images mirror each other, carrying the emotions of exile, memory, and rebirth.
His work has been exhibited internationally, from New York’s Times Square to London, Venice, Basel, Istanbul, Dubai, and Amsterdam. Based in Montreal, he continues to create works that bridge cultures and evoke human connection.
Artworks
“Still Water, Restless Heart”
2025, Single Edition, Giclee print on matte canvas, 41" X 55".There is a quiet ache that comes with being far from where the heart belongs. This piece carries that feeling. A boat waiting in still water surrounded by fog caught between two places. The church in the distance feels like a memory blurred but never forgotten. For anyone who lives with that same longing who misses the sound of familiar streets and the warmth of home this is for you. One day we will go back.
“Vibrant Echoes Of Nostalgia”
2024, Single Edition, Giclee print on matte canvas, 60" X 45". In this digital mixed media artwork, I blended realism with abstraction to capture the emotional depth of Batroun's harbor. The vibrant colors and textured layers reflect the warmth, pride, and memories I hold of this coastal town. Each element — from the boats to the reflections — symbolizes the stories carried by the sea. The interplay of digital techniques with traditional aesthetics creates a dynamic narrative, highlighting the connection between past and present. Through this piece, I wanted to share how Batroun is more than just a place; it’s a feeling, a memory, and a part of me.
“Blue Alone”
2025, Limited Edition of 5, Giclee print on matte canvas, 24" X 28". There was a time I drifted without direction. After loss between countries between versions of myself. The sea became a mirror — unpredictable layered and quiet. In that silence I found the courage to keep sailing. This piece is not about loneliness. It is about learning to be with yourself and still move forward.
“Harbor of Faith”
2024, Single Edition, Giclee print on matte canvas, 39" X 42". This artwork reflects the view of Saint George Greek Orthodox Church from the seaside of my hometown Batroun. It holds a deep personal connection as I often saw it during my walks along the fishing harbor. Through this piece I wanted to capture the beauty and nostalgia of those moments preserving the charm of a place that shaped my journey.
“Navigating the Unknown”
2024, Single Edition, Giclee print on matte canvas, 48" X 48". I created this mixed-media digital work as a reflection of my journey through uncertainty. These two boats floating in a vast void symbolize my longing for Batroun my beloved hometown while being stuck here in Montreal. I feel adrift navigating the unknown unsure of what the future holds.