The Journey to "Harmony"
A reflection on my first solo exhibition, Harmony, the creative process behind it, and the relationship between painting and space
Creating this collection made me realise that harmony is not simply about calmness. For me, it emerges when calmness and character, softness and contrast, restraint and boldness exist together.
When I began working on this collection, I already knew it would be created for my first solo exhibition. As the paintings evolved, each developed its own distinct character. Some became quiet and understated, while others carried more contrast and intensity. I began to wonder what connected them all. It wasn't until I was finishing the collection that I realised the answer was harmony. That is how the exhibition found its name.
While creating these works, I wasn't trying to tell a specific story. There are no recognisable forms or a single correct way to interpret them. What matters most to me is the relationship between colour, rhythm and atmosphere. I hope each viewer finds a personal connection with the work and experiences it in their own way. Abstract painting reveals itself differently to everyone.
Most of the creative process happens quietly, in the studio, surrounded by canvases and paint. That is why it is always special to see the paintings in a gallery. It is the first time they meet people in person. Their future homes are yet to be found.
Choosing to work on a large scale has never been accidental. It allows a painting to become more than a focal point on a wall - it becomes part of the space itself. I enjoy seeing how the very same painting takes on a different character in different interiors. It is a reminder that a painting never exists separately from the space around it.
Moments from the Exhibition Opening
