Prague 

Maria Bozoky made this watercolor painting, titled 'Prague,' with pigments suspended in water, applied to paper. The fluid, translucent washes of color are hallmarks of the watercolor technique, prized for its immediacy. Bozoky skillfully manipulated the medium, allowing the paper's texture to interact with the paint. This created a sense of light and atmosphere across the landscape. The quick, gestural brushstrokes suggest that this artwork was made en plein air, capturing a fleeting moment. Historically, watercolor has been associated with sketching and preparatory studies, and is often considered less prestigious than oil painting. However, Bozoky elevates the medium through her confident handling and expressive composition. She challenges traditional hierarchies in art by emphasizing the beauty and potential of this humble material. Looking at ‘Prague,’ we are reminded that the value of art lies not just in the subject depicted, but in the artist’s vision, and their capacity to make the most of the materials at hand.