Landscape Reflections

By Noé Toroczkai, 2nd Year ETA

These paintings came from meditative moments in my travels within Korea where I was captivated by my surroundings and existed solely in the present. No thoughts, only an overwhelming sensation of warmth and connection to my environment.

Snapping a picture during these moments does not do enough to convey the sense of inner peace and veneration for the surrounding nature that I experienced.

Going through the labor-intensive process of creating these paintings allowed me to get to know the environment on an intimate level. Painting is a way that I can show my utmost respect to these places, by spending countless hours getting to know every stone, leaf, branch and flower that shared those moments with me.

My hope is that these paintings provide an opportunity for the viewer to join me in appreciating the beauty of Korea’s natural landscapes.

[Featured photos by Noé Toroczkai – Autumn in Bulguksa, Field of Comfort, Flora Garden ]