stairs in white washed buildings bright blue skies with whitewash staircase stairs in white washed buildings bright blue skies with whitewash staircase stairs in white washed buildings bright blue skies with whitewash staircase stairs in white washed buildings bright blue skies with whitewash staircase — artist's signature stairs in white washed buildings bright blue skies with whitewash staircase — edge view stairs in white washed buildings bright blue skies with whitewash staircase — detail stairs in white washed buildings bright blue skies with whitewash staircase — shown hanging
stairs in white washed buildings bright blue skies with whitewash staircase
stairs in white washed buildings bright blue skies with whitewash staircase
stairs in white washed buildings bright blue skies with whitewash staircase
stairs in white washed buildings bright blue skies with whitewash staircase — artist's signature
stairs in white washed buildings bright blue skies with whitewash staircase — edge view
stairs in white washed buildings bright blue skies with whitewash staircase — detail
stairs in white washed buildings bright blue skies with whitewash staircase — shown hanging
Painting by Carol Avery 79 Artworks Sold

Quintessential Greece

Watercolour, Paper (Requires Framing)

27cm (W) x 36cm (H) x 1cm (D)

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Artwork Description

Quintessential Greece - white washed walls reflecting surrounding colours and Aegean bright blue, cloudless skies.
Savour a wander up these stairs, feeling the warmth of the sun as you ascend and, once a the top, you will see the beautiful Aegean sea, fresh and sparkling all the way to the far distant horizon and a cool, gentle breeze on your face.
The narrow, winding paths and roads, particularly on the islands in the Aegean region in Greece,
are surrounded by the iconic white washed walls. Some feel that the white radiates a beaming light and so a sense of optimism, brightness and tranquility. And that the white colour complements the wild beauty, brings balance and is attuned to the details of other colours that simply highlight it. Enjoy this watercolour painting of the traditional, minimalist and distinctive style of Greece.

Artist Bio
Photo of Carol Avery
Carol Avery 478 artworks | 26 Sold

I just love watercolour painting and sharing the joy! I have a nursing background and had spent recent 3 years towards a PhD (UoN) looking at Doctoral students, their supervisors and ethics in research.... then... I had a sudden awakening.. I would rather be painting!!!!!
I have rediscovered painting after many decades of life getting in the way. I am mostly self taught over the last couple of years.
My work is mostly watercolour with some graphite drawing and charcoal works also.
I frequently exhibit in local and regional exhibitions and have received awards, in May 2021 exhibiting in galleries in Milan, Italy and Rosebery in Sydney.
Having enjoyed overseas and domestic travel, one of my favourite subjects is to use my own reference photos and really infuse my artwork with the emotion and beauty I have discovered. I have a very eclectic approach to subjects, preferring to 'go with the flow' if I feel moved by a particular subject I draw on that enthusiasm to take the viewer with me into that moment. I am inspired by famous artists such as John Singer Sargent and Hans Heysen.
My sentiments are well worded by T.W. Schaller (2018,p.32)"And if you see my work, it is not so important that you understand exactly what I may have felt when painting it. If it is enough to draw you in a little, stay a while, and even imagine your own stories, then I have succeeded. For that moment, in silent conversation, you and I have connected. That is all I can hope for my work to do".

Still exploring and will never stop learning and enjoying sharing some joy.

Commissions
Carol's studio is in Central Coast, N.S.W