Philippe Bouttens is born in Kortrijk, Belgium. He is a painter, draftsman and ceramist.

His style is characterized by elegant and powerful scenes in which often tigers would be depicted. Bouttens’ paintings include exotic and tropical elements which translate the dynamism and vitality of his style.

His ceramic work bears witness to a rich imagination and are often playful and slightly grotesque.

Bouttens is a teacher at the Art Academy of Kortrijk.