Corte Del Sabion, Venice Courtyard, Canal and a Gondola, Watercolour Painting (WIP)

 

Coming soon — my 3rd Venice series watercolour painting. 

I paint Venice with my soul. I have never been there. And yet, every time I pick up my brush, I go there.

This is my third painting in my Venice watercolour series — a gondola moored quietly at Corte Del Sabion, a courtyard tucked beside a narrow canal. No crowds. No spectacle. Just warm ochre walls, a weathered archway, blue shutters, and a gondola resting on dark, still water.

A Quiet Corner of Nesso, Lake Como Watercolour Painting

Buongiorno! Meet Nesso — the tiny Italian village that inspired my latest watercolour! Some places are so beautiful, you just have to paint them.

Nesso is a quiet village on the western shore of Lake Como, tucked between the better-known towns of Como and Bellagio. Its small size and low profile mean it often escapes the typical tourist trail, leaving its charm intact and its streets peacefully unhurried.

The village is most famous for the Orrido di Nesso, a narrow gorge where two mountain streams, the Nosè and the Civera, rush down in a striking waterfall before joining the lake. From the Ponte della Civera, a centuries-old stone bridge that spans the gorge, you can watch the water cascade below, framed by ivy-covered buildings and lush greenery.

Nesso’s lakeside houses reflect the traditional Lombard style, with cream and white walls, colorful shutters, and stone foundations that seem to rise naturally from the rocky shoreline. Climbing plants and ivy soften the edges, blending architecture with the surrounding nature.

For anyone who enjoys wandering beyond the usual paths, Nesso offers quiet corners, dramatic natural scenery, and a timeless atmosphere—a small gem on Lake Como that feels almost untouched by time.

Below are the painting process:

 

 

 

The finished work in my garden! 

 

This 16.1" x 12.2" watercolour painting is available as an original and Limited Edition of 75 Prints. 

A Quiet Canal in Venice Series No. 2: Hidden Passage in Venice, Italy - Watercolour Painting

 

Buongiorno! I’m pleased to share the second painting in my A Quiet Canal in Venice series. 

Venice is a city unlike any other, built upon a network of canals that have shaped its identity for over a thousand years. Instead of roads, these waterways serve as the main routes of movement, where boats replace cars and daily life flows with the rhythm of the water. From the grand Grand Canal to the countless narrow side canals, Venice is a place where architecture and water exist in quiet harmony.

The canals have long been central to Venetian life—once carrying goods, traders, and travelers during the height of the Republic, and still supporting everyday activities today, from deliveries to simple commutes. Beyond their function, they create a unique atmosphere where time seems to move more gently, and where the connection between people, history, and place remains deeply rooted.

Even now, away from the busy routes, Venice continues to reveal a more intimate and enduring way of life, shaped by water, tradition, and a sense of quiet continuity. In a hidden Venetian canal, life is quieter, more personal—balconies with flowers, narrow bridges connecting neighbors, and the gentle presence of water shaping every moment.

Below are the painting proces:

 

 

 

 The finished work in my garden

 

 

 This 12.2" x 16.1" watercolour painting is available as an original and Limited Edition of 75 Prints.