A lone tree with twisted branches stands on a sandy shore, with a backdrop of turquoise water and a hazy sky. The scene captures a peaceful and breezy coastal environment.
The olive tree along Marmari Beach in Loggos on the unspoilt idyllic Greek island of Paxos. Where I lost my heart since 1988 to the beautiful olive groves, cypress trees, white "pebble" beaches, azure-aqua-coloured seawater-filled bays, high cliffs, sea caves and sweet Greek villages. The delicious smell of olive wood and the salty Ionian Sea.
An island where ordinary cosy families and the world-famous jet set celebrate their summer holidays. Mundane yet just simple and local. No mass culture here. This beautiful work portrays the island of Paxos at its best. Dreaming away and musing on the pleasantly warm summer sun and the wonderful Greek atmosphere. Painted plein air, Summer 2024.
Contemporary images and even those from the past inspire me to recycle them for re-actionary contemporary impressionist art. My drawings and paintings are sketch impressions in a loose and free style, the paintings in a colorful palette. I also produce collages and digital artworks or find new inspirations and.. Read more…