Articles
Reflections on various topics
12.2024
Interview with me
How did you develop your style and technique? Why did you choose this specific approach?
I strive for impressionism and feel very close to this direction. It seems to me that impressionism best describes my works. In my paintings, I try to capture a state of calmness. This is what I personally aim for and what I desire most.
How do you choose your technique? How do you work with acrylics and graphics?
I understand that art is not everlasting, and I want my works to last for a long time. That’s why I plan to paint with oil in the future. For now, my main medium is acrylic, while I use graphics as a learning tool.
What do you think about modern society and its relationship with art?
I believe that in our era, time has accelerated significantly, and many people fail to understand this issue. They chase success and don’t even consider stopping to look at the real world. I behaved the same way and know how painful and difficult it is. However, even a race for success can be successful if you don’t rush. This acceleration also affects art. It has become harder to distinguish who is an artist and who is not.
I strive for impressionism and feel very close to this direction. It seems to me that impressionism best describes my works. In my paintings, I try to capture a state of calmness. This is what I personally aim for and what I desire most.
How do you choose your technique? How do you work with acrylics and graphics?
I understand that art is not everlasting, and I want my works to last for a long time. That’s why I plan to paint with oil in the future. For now, my main medium is acrylic, while I use graphics as a learning tool.
What do you think about modern society and its relationship with art?
I believe that in our era, time has accelerated significantly, and many people fail to understand this issue. They chase success and don’t even consider stopping to look at the real world. I behaved the same way and know how painful and difficult it is. However, even a race for success can be successful if you don’t rush. This acceleration also affects art. It has become harder to distinguish who is an artist and who is not.
Harmony Between Technique and Philosophy: I am fully aware of the importance of technique, but I also place great value on the emotional and philosophical content of my paintings. This may not be evident during the alpha stage, but everything comes in its own time.
Karbouski
artist
How do you approach color in your work?
I never use black. I like bright yet natural colors and often incorporate them into my work. However, I aim to transition to more subdued shades of gray, blue, and brown, creating an effect as if everything is shrouded in mist. But everything in its own time.
Who inspires you, and how does it influence your work?
I’m inspired by the works of impressionists. I don’t consider my own works unique because, to me, they seem ordinary (as it’s hard to evaluate oneself). Nature inspires me most of all. Sometimes, I even say that I’m going for a walk just to see how the trees grow.
How do you feel about the number of your works and the process of publishing them?
I’ve created 504 works, which feels like a lot to me (but still not enough). I have no fear or anxiety about publishing them. I know some people may like my works, while others may not. Mistakes are normal, and they often become the highlight of a painting. By the way, I never correct my paintings. I believe it’s better to create something new than to fix the old.
How do you start working? Do you have any rituals before you begin?
I don’t have specific rituals, but I enjoy painting in the morning. Since I don’t eat breakfast, I must ensure my hands don’t start shaking from hunger. When I’m engrossed, I lose track of time, so I make myself eat before starting. Inspiration always comes during the process, and painting itself relaxes me. After finishing, I take out a few recent works and evaluate them.
What is important to you in art?
It’s important for me to find inner silence and peace to hear deeper emotions. I don’t know what exactly this is, but I feel there’s something more. My creativity helps me understand myself. This topic deserves a more detailed answer, but at the moment, I can’t fully explain what’s most important in art to me. I’ve been creating art for three years but haven’t yet found an answer to this question. It seems I need more time to understand myself.
I never use black. I like bright yet natural colors and often incorporate them into my work. However, I aim to transition to more subdued shades of gray, blue, and brown, creating an effect as if everything is shrouded in mist. But everything in its own time.
Who inspires you, and how does it influence your work?
I’m inspired by the works of impressionists. I don’t consider my own works unique because, to me, they seem ordinary (as it’s hard to evaluate oneself). Nature inspires me most of all. Sometimes, I even say that I’m going for a walk just to see how the trees grow.
How do you feel about the number of your works and the process of publishing them?
I’ve created 504 works, which feels like a lot to me (but still not enough). I have no fear or anxiety about publishing them. I know some people may like my works, while others may not. Mistakes are normal, and they often become the highlight of a painting. By the way, I never correct my paintings. I believe it’s better to create something new than to fix the old.
How do you start working? Do you have any rituals before you begin?
I don’t have specific rituals, but I enjoy painting in the morning. Since I don’t eat breakfast, I must ensure my hands don’t start shaking from hunger. When I’m engrossed, I lose track of time, so I make myself eat before starting. Inspiration always comes during the process, and painting itself relaxes me. After finishing, I take out a few recent works and evaluate them.
What is important to you in art?
It’s important for me to find inner silence and peace to hear deeper emotions. I don’t know what exactly this is, but I feel there’s something more. My creativity helps me understand myself. This topic deserves a more detailed answer, but at the moment, I can’t fully explain what’s most important in art to me. I’ve been creating art for three years but haven’t yet found an answer to this question. It seems I need more time to understand myself.
What long-term goals do you have as an artist?
Creativity isn’t just about painting; it’s also about marketing, and I have to handle all of it myself. My plans are divided into two categories: promotional tasks and personal creativity. Currently, I’m in the alpha stage, aiming to create 1,000 paintings to understand my main theme and complete my learning phase. After that, I can approach my art less subjectively and more philosophically. I want my work to become more layered and meaningful, and this preparatory phase is necessary for that. I also want to avoid a superficial approach and trends in art. Like a scientist, I aim to discover something new, not simply repeat the old like a craftsman.
How do you perceive progress in your creativity?
I think being an artist is like being a scientist. You’re never 100% sure about everything, but it’s important to keep learning. The more I immerse myself in creativity, the harder it is to distinguish between new levels of development. However, I know for sure that I’m changing and my works are improving.
What other goals do you have in art and life?
The main goal is to become the best version of myself — a calm, composed, and confident person. I want to surround myself with such people and leave my mark in art so that more people can understand it. My dream is to buy a house in Portugal, move there, renovate it with my own hands, set up a studio, and focus solely on creativity.
How do you envision your creativity in a few years?
I see my goal as becoming an outstanding individual and artist, leaving a mark in art. In the future, I want to work more harmoniously with myself, create paintings that bring me joy, and help people see the world differently. This is a long-term and ultimate goal where creativity has become and will remain a part of my life. If we’re talking about the next few years, it’s important to complete the alpha stage and find inner peace.
Creativity isn’t just about painting; it’s also about marketing, and I have to handle all of it myself. My plans are divided into two categories: promotional tasks and personal creativity. Currently, I’m in the alpha stage, aiming to create 1,000 paintings to understand my main theme and complete my learning phase. After that, I can approach my art less subjectively and more philosophically. I want my work to become more layered and meaningful, and this preparatory phase is necessary for that. I also want to avoid a superficial approach and trends in art. Like a scientist, I aim to discover something new, not simply repeat the old like a craftsman.
How do you perceive progress in your creativity?
I think being an artist is like being a scientist. You’re never 100% sure about everything, but it’s important to keep learning. The more I immerse myself in creativity, the harder it is to distinguish between new levels of development. However, I know for sure that I’m changing and my works are improving.
What other goals do you have in art and life?
The main goal is to become the best version of myself — a calm, composed, and confident person. I want to surround myself with such people and leave my mark in art so that more people can understand it. My dream is to buy a house in Portugal, move there, renovate it with my own hands, set up a studio, and focus solely on creativity.
How do you envision your creativity in a few years?
I see my goal as becoming an outstanding individual and artist, leaving a mark in art. In the future, I want to work more harmoniously with myself, create paintings that bring me joy, and help people see the world differently. This is a long-term and ultimate goal where creativity has become and will remain a part of my life. If we’re talking about the next few years, it’s important to complete the alpha stage and find inner peace.
