Comic book honors Monet's legacy
A new comic book titled Impressions Claude Monet explores key moments and stories from the life of the famous painter Claude Monet. It was created by artists Miguel Lalor and Stephen Desberg and is co-published by Arènes BD, the Musée de l'Orangerie, and the Musée d'Orsay.Exhibition features comic book panels
The Musée d'Orsay opened a space for the comic book on Monday, November 2, 2026, with selected panels displayed on the walls of a covered bridge connecting two stairwells. This is just below the gallery of the Impressionists, and the exhibition will remain open until January 31, 2027.Lalor returns to comic art
Miguel Lalor, originally from Brazil and now living in France, has returned to comic book creation after a long break. He is now a drawing professor for future tattoo artists and previously studied Monet’s paintings at the Musée d'Orsay.Collaboration with a screenwriter
Lalor worked with Stephen Desberg, a screenwriter, to explore the Impressionist school in a comic format. Lalor emphasized that he did not seek to copy Monet but was influenced by the painter’s works from Giverny, which inspired his artistic approach.Artistic transformation
Lalor shifted from oil painting to watercolor, a change that helped him reconnect with comic art. He described the process as a complete transformation of his artistic practice and plans to continue in this new style for future projects.Exhibition highlights creative process
The exhibition at the Musée d'Orsay showcases the various stages of the comic book’s creation, including color experiments, research, and final panels. It highlights Lalor’s journey as a watercolorist and his tribute to Monet’s influence.Comic captures Monet’s essence
The comic book and exhibition aim to reflect how Monet's work impacted Lalor, as seen in the visual storytelling and the artist's personal reflections on the experience.
