Natalia Borčić Peuc

Natalia Borčić Peuc was born on the island of Vis in 1989. She graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts in the class of Prof. Matko Vekic in Zagreb in 2013. She exhibited at numerous solo and group exhibitions in Croatia and abroad, as well as participated in several art colonies. At the 7th Biennial of Painting, she received the “Young Artist of the 7th Biennial of Painting” award and the “Kontrapukt award Vladimir Dodig Trokut, Iva Vranekovic – artists to an artist”. Her paintings adorn the walls of collectors and art lovers around the world, confirming her exceptional talent and the universal appeal of her work, which transcends the borders of Croatia. She is a member of the Croatian Association of Artists (HDLU) and the Croatian Freelance Artists Association (HZSU). Natalia lives and works in both Zagreb and Vis.

Natalia Borčić Peuc has already garnered public and critical attention with her distinctive paintings inspired by the motifs of her native island of Vis. The enchanting beauty of untouched nature, marine landscapes, exotic beaches, as well as the rich cultural heritage of this island, serve as Natalia’s inexhaustible source of inspiration. Through almost abstract depictions of the landscapes of Vis, the artist masterfully conveys the essence and soul of this magical place, allowing viewers to feel its energy and beauty.

In her creative process, she employs various painting methods, from combined technique of oil on canvas and acrylic paints, along with experimenting with different emulsions and acids, spontaneous interaction with natural elements such as rain and water, and the use of the dripping technique, where paint is spontaneously splattered onto the canvas. The outcome of this process is a rich, layered, and unique organic application of color that seems to have naturally grown from the canvas.

In crafting her compositions, she combines abstract forms with figurative elements, where the motifs of people and bathers emerge within layers of abstraction. Each painting exudes authenticity, with every brushstroke and layer of paint bringing to life memories of swimming in hidden coves, the sound of waves breaking on the shore, and the scent of salt and Mediterranean herbs in the air.

By combining technique, spontaneous interaction with natural elements, and the emotional power of her motifs, the artist creates works that speak a universal language of natural beauty and artistic expression. Her work is more than just a depiction of landscapes; it is a deeply considered exploration of the relationship between the artist, nature, and the viewer. Her paintings remind us of the simplicity and magnificence of the nature that surrounds us, inviting us to connect with it, to feel it, experience it, embrace it, and preserve it for future generations.