Wander On
Of all the stories in the world, the best ones are found between the pages of a passport. Memories of every spontaneous adventure you said yes to, every endless night spent under unfamiliar stars, every new connection and conversation that changed the way you see the world.
These are the experiences that shape you. They fire your imagination and feed your soul. Because when you're brave enough to follow your curiosity, it will lead you to amazing places.
AWOL is bringing the art of travel to life. We're ditching the itinerary and taking roads less travelled, creating unique, contemporary keepsakes inspired by the world. Every artwork has a story, reminding us how every journey leaves its mark.
So grab your passport. Stop wondering where life will take you and find yourself there. Follow the map to its edges, and wander on.
About Awol
AWOL is my creative world — where travel, place, and curiosity come to life through bold, immersive brand identities and original art. Each piece is inspired by the stories, adventures, and moments I’ve collected around the globe.
Featured in Vogue, Condé Nast Traveller, Paper Magazine, Harper’s Bazaar, on runways, TV, and stages worldwide, AWOL now lives in homes, hotels, boutiques, and private collections. It’s a love letter to color, movement, and the world—an invitation to wander on.
About the Artist
Hi, I’m Alex — art director, creative director, brand designer, and artist. I’ve been creating since childhood in Bucharest, Romania, trained in classical European fine arts, grew up in Canada, and after university lived in Asia and abroad before settling in Montreal. I now split my time between Canada and France.
For 20 years, I’ve crafted visual narratives and 360° brand identities for global clients like Cirque du Soleil, Madonna, and Disney, alongside local businesses and startups. Travel, art, and yoga continue to fuel my curiosity and creative output, shaping work that celebrates place, connection, and the stories that move us.
About My Art
Awol is my creative incubator, filled with artwork I've created during my travels—all inspired by places, faces and unforgettable moments in beautiful destinations around the globe. Every piece I create has a travel story behind it, thoughtfully crafted with a whole lot of love and heart. Art is my way of putting more beauty, colour, and good vibes back out into the world.
I hope my art fuels your own wanderlust and memorable adventures around the globe.
You can find out more about my artistic process, travels, creative inspiration and my personal story on the blog.
Testimonials
Perfect Experience and Product
"By far one of my best online buying experiences. My print was perfect and fantastic quality, I love it! The customer care I received from Alex when I had a question was on another level, outstanding all round! I can’t recommend this company enough. Wonderfulexperience. "
Excellent
"Excellent. It was a birthday present for my wife and I needed to see if she liked it. She was absolutely delighted. Thank you."
A touch of happiness
"I’m really pleased with this French Riviera print! Its vibrant colours brighten the room and add a touch of happiness to the space.Customer service was excellent and the delivery was super fast, my order
arrived in 5 days. Overall, it's a beautiful piece that brings joy and colour to any room. Highly recommend it! "
I love my Côte d'Azur wall art!
"I love everything about this contemporary wall art piece: the Cote d'Azur vibe, the colors, the frame quality. It fits perfectly in my decor. :-) I am planning to buy some more products from AWOL."
From the blog
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This French Riviera beach painting was born out of one of very strange summer day in paradise. This French Riviera beach painting was born out of one of very strange summer day in paradise. The moments that inspired it are etched in my mind, as clear as the water was. Despite of (or BECAUSE of), the lunchtime rosé. But not only.
Why Having No Plans Was The Best Plan: Highlights From Our Road Trip Across Southern Portugal
My absolute top favourite art trips across the South of France, where I experienced firsthand the scenery that inspired the creative output, and the art, art studios, living and creative spaces where some of the most famous (and some less famous) artworks were created by the most brilliant artists in the history of art.
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