Summer Colours

“Summer Colours” Original Watercolor Painting

The “Summer Colours” original watercolor painting captures the peaceful charm of Loutro, a small seaside village on the southern coast of Crete. The painting shows calm turquoise waters, whitewashed houses, and sunlit hills glowing in warm tones. It reflects the quiet rhythm of Mediterranean life and the beauty of a summer day by the sea.

Mood and Inspiration

This artwork is inspired by the harmony between light, water, and architecture. I wanted to convey the feeling of standing at the water’s edge, watching sunlight shimmer across the bay. The scene invites you to imagine the gentle sound of waves and the warmth of the sun on your skin. It celebrates the serenity and timeless beauty of Greece’s coastal landscapes.

Artistic Expression

Painted with transparent watercolors on fine Arches cotton paper, this piece combines soft washes with precise brushwork. The sea transitions from pale aquamarine near the shore to deep ultramarine in the distance. Subtle reflections of boats ripple across the surface, adding movement and depth. The white buildings of Loutro are painted with delicate strokes, allowing the paper’s brightness to suggest sunlight. Warm touches of ochre and terracotta bring contrast to the cool blues and greens, while the rugged hills in the background are rendered with loose, textured washes.

Why It Belongs in Your Space

The “Summer Colours” original watercolor painting brings light, calm, and warmth to any room. Its soothing palette and balanced composition make it ideal for living rooms, studios, or coastal-inspired interiors. More than a landscape, it is a moment of stillness — a reminder of summer’s gentle beauty and the peaceful rhythm of the sea.

Key Features

“Summer Colors” (Loutro, Crete, Greece)- transparent watercolors from Daniel Smith and White Nights on Arches cotton paper, bright white, cold pressed, 300g/m. 38x56cm. 2025

To see how I painted this watercolor, you may check my YouTube channel, here.

After purchasing you will receive the painting rolled in a cardboard tube, so that it will not be affected during shipping. No frame is included.

DUE TO THE DIFFERENCES IN MONITOR SETTINGS, COLOR MAY SEEM DIFFERENT IN REALITY THAN ON SCREEN.

© Olivia Checiu / oliviacheciuart.com
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I can include a small handwritten message on the back of the painting or on an accompanying card (e.g. for gifts, anniversaries). Just write me your message and the place you want it added here. There will not be any additional charges for this.

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