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Issue 01 — Winter 2026

Issue 01 — Winter 2026

Masters of Light IV, 2017. Watercolour, Guy Gruwier.

Guy Gruwier — Light as the Subject

Belgian master Guy Gruwier is widely recognised as one of Europe’s premier contemporary watercolourists, renowned for his dramatic interplay of deep shadows, glowing light and urban realism.

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Rabi Alieva — Mastering Expression

Known across the global art community as Rabi Rabi, she has rapidly emerged as one of contemporary watercolour’s most captivating voices.

An Old Sikh Man. Watercolour, Richard Tiejun Chao.

Richard Tiejun Chao — Monumental Portraits

Chinese-born Australian master Richard Tiejun Chao (often known as Richard Chao) is celebrated internationally as one of the most innovative contemporary watercolourists working today.

Trust, 54 × 74 cm. Watercolour, Patricia Guzmán.

Patricia Guzmán — Living Human Presence

Mexican watercolour maestro Patricia Guzmán is globally celebrated for her deeply moving, hyper-realistic portraits that capture the dignity, emotion and resilience of the human spirit.

Jaguar SS100 roadster. Watercolour, Mona Omrani.

Mona Omrani — A Command of Light

Madrid-based master watercolourist Mona Omrani has established herself as one of the most versatile and evocative contemporary figures in modern watercolour.