Casa Tagumerche Art Residency 2021

I've spent 4 weeks in Casa Tagumerche residency in 2021 on La Gomera Island, researching my next project, thinking of nature of islands and skecthing everything I see. I also held a few printmaking workshops there, and a mini-exhibition in the end of my stay.

I have filled two sketchbooks with drawings, collages, notes and sketches - that became seeds of other projects (and these seeds keep hatching!) One of the projects was based on my encounter with 12 cats in a local home, and ended up in a series of prints and paintings. Another project was a series of prints based on monotype collages I made in my sketchbooks, inspired by crazy winds and black lava textures.

"La Gomera island, a part of the Canary Islands archipelago and the second-smallest island in it, is a place where time seems to stand still, and the gentle rhythm of the ocean waves and rustling trees beckon one to pause and reflect. From the soaring mountains to the rugged coastline, La Gomera's landscapes are varied and enchanting. The ancient forests, whispering palm groves, and terraced hillsides are home to a diverse array of flora and fauna, providing endless inspiration for artists."