Italy, Positano - original, painting with acrylic paints on canvas, Ukrainian artist Marina Stognieva

The Story Behind the Painting

"Positano" is an original acrylic painting by Ukrainian artist Marina Stognieva, inspired by one of the most picturesque places on Italy's Amalfi Coast. The artwork captures the famous seaside village of Positano, where colourful houses cascade down dramatic cliffs toward the crystal-clear Mediterranean Sea.

Marina Stognieva has travelled through Italy many times, studying its landscapes, architecture, atmosphere, and extraordinary Mediterranean light. These personal experiences became the foundation for this painting, allowing her to portray not simply a beautiful destination, but the emotion of standing above the sea on a warm Italian afternoon.

"Positano" displayed in an interior - original acrylic painting, 105 × 120 cm

The composition is filled with light, depth, and movement. Layers of cobalt, ultramarine, turquoise, and soft azure blend together to create the airy atmosphere of Italy's southern coastline. The sea becomes the heart of the composition, while the cascading architecture gives the landscape its unmistakable identity.

Artist Marina Stognieva with the original painting

Its impressive size allows the viewer to feel immersed in the scenery. Rather than functioning simply as decoration, the painting creates the sensation of looking through a large window onto the Mediterranean coast. It makes a striking focal point for spacious living rooms, dining areas, offices, hotels, restaurants, or contemporary interiors.

Close-up showing the colourful hillside architecture of Positano

Created in Marina Stognieva's distinctive expressive style, the painting combines energetic brushwork with subtle colour transitions. Every section reveals new architectural details, terraces, gardens, cliffs, and reflections dancing across the sea, inviting the viewer to discover something new with every glance.

Detail showing the colours of the Mediterranean Sea

Time seems to stand still within this landscape. The peaceful coastal town rests beneath the warm Italian sun, preserving the feeling of endless summer, sea air, and unforgettable journeys along the Amalfi Coast.

Close-up of the painting's texture and expressive acrylic brushwork

"Positano" is a large-scale Mediterranean landscape created for collectors who appreciate Italy, travel, coastal architecture, and expressive contemporary painting. It fills an interior with sunlight, colour, and the timeless atmosphere of one of the world's most beautiful seaside destinations.

Painting Details

Original Painting & Collectible Fine Art Prints

The original painting is one of a kind and available for acquisition.

A collectible fine art print personally signed by Marina Stognieva is also available. Print sizes, archival materials, pricing, and production times are arranged individually.

Contact the Artist

If you would like to purchase the original painting, order a signed collectible fine art print, or receive additional information about payment and worldwide shipping, please contact the artist directly.

Viber, WhatsApp, Telegram (Ukraine):
+380 93 520 74 31

United Kingdom Phone:
+44 7596 724323

Email:
art_stognieva@ukr.net

Video featuring the original painting "Positano"

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