I have always found joy in capturing the beauty of nature. When I first started using colored pencils, my focus was primarily on botanical subjects: mushrooms, fruits, and medicinal plants.
Recently, I felt a strong desire to revisit these themes. It was the sight of two tangerines resting on crumpled paper that reminded me of classical Still Lifes, which I have always adored.
By chance, I stumbled upon a tree enveloped in ivy. I spent roughly two hours taking photographs until I finally captured the perfect shot, one that exuded freshness and tranquility. It was in Bulgaria, four years ago that I began working on this piece, meticulously studying the intricate textures of the tree and the ivy leaves. Unfortunately, due to other commitments, progress on the artwork was slow. However, during the Covid-19 lockdown, I finally found the necessary time to bring it to completion. I am incredibly pleased with the final result."
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