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The Landscape as Memory, Color, and Inner Experience - Painter Michalis Charalambides

Published January 26, 2026, 06:15
The Landscape as Memory, Color, and Inner Experience - Painter Michalis Charalambides

Painter Michalis Charalambides discusses his work, focusing on the relationship between man, nature, and memory. His painting is characterized by internal landscapes that constitute a personal vocabulary of color and shape, combining reality, memory, and imagination. His experience in design influences the simplicity of form and organized composition, while color acts as a carrier of emotion and atmosphere. Charalambides states that his decision to pursue an autonomous artistic path matured from his adolescence, with studies in Exhibition Design in England shaping his perception of space and experience. His return to Cyprus and collaboration with Stas Paraskos in Lemba, as well as his participation in the Cairo Biennale, were significant turning points in his career. The artist defines his style as an interpretation of reality, not a faithful representation. He combines elements from different sources, images, memories, and experiences, creating a new visual result. His family background, and especially the presence of his father, greatly influenced him, although their artistic approaches differ. The landscape is a central theme in his painting, offering him complete freedom to combine realistic and abstract elements. Modern technology and hybrid art have influenced his approach, while his focus remains on personal expression and connection with the audience.