Travel · Art · Inspiration
Marina Stognieva's Art Journal
Travels through the eyes of an artist, remarkable places and the paintings inspired by personal experiences.
Welcome to my Art Journal. Here I share stories about the places that have inspired my paintings and shaped my artistic journey.
When I travel, I look beyond famous landmarks. I pay attention to light, colours, architecture, nature and the unique atmosphere that makes every place unforgettable.
Sometimes inspiration comes from the endless coastline of the North Sea. Sometimes it is found in an artist's home surrounded by tropical gardens, a historic cathedral, a museum or a quiet English street.
Over time these experiences become sketches, colour palettes, ideas and eventually complete paintings. This journal is not only about travelling—it is about the creative journey from discovering a place to transforming it into art.
Every place leaves its mark on an artist's memory, and eventually on the canvas.
Art Journeys
England · Lincolnshire · North Sea
Mablethorpe Through an Artist's Eyes
A long sandy beach, changing light, strong sea winds, colourful beach huts and an unforgettable encounter with a seal. A journey along the North Sea coast that inspired a new collection of seascape paintings.
Read the Story →USA · Florida · Fort Lauderdale
Bonnet House – An Artist's Home Surrounded by Tropical Gardens
Discover the historic home of American artist Frederic Clay Bartlett, surrounded by tropical gardens, orchids and remarkable architecture. A place where art and nature exist in perfect harmony.
Explore Bonnet House →The Journey Continues
New destinations, museums, gardens, historic towns and inspiring landscapes will gradually become part of this journal—each one leading to new stories and new paintings.
Text and photographs © Ukrainian artist Marina Stognieva.