I visit France, Italy and Greece to photograph the subjects for my paintings which I create in my studio. What captivates me are country landscapes and waterways filled with saturated light, color and shadow. In my work I emphasize the characteristics of the subject, making the painted images more dramatic than in reality. The paintings include country landscapes, buildings, boats and water – worlds filled with sunlight, colorful gardens, canals and villas. My work depicts fields of lavender and poppies, shuttered dwellings, cobblestone streets, stone walls, fountains,...more
