Patara

This A4 alcohol ink painting on Yupo paper is a vibrant and whimsical coastal scene, alive with colour and contrast.
A serene expanse of horizontal turquoise and azure strokes evokes the shimmering calm of the sea beneath a clear sky. The layered blue tones suggest gentle ripples or the shifting light of water seen from afar.
To the left, a tall, slender tree rises like a sentinel—its form reminiscent of a cypress—rendered in rich emerald and forest greens. On the right, a burst of bright florals or succulent forms in vivid purples, fuchsias, and acid greens anchors the composition with energetic flourish. Circular blooms and bold ink blossoms create a dynamic, almost celebratory counterpoint to the tranquil sea.
The balance between the vertical tree and the floral explosion creates a poetic tension: stillness meets bloom, solitude meets festivity.