When art is not only about colours and shapes, but also of joie de vivre, encounters and genuine experiences – then there is a vision behind it.
Viennese artist Jasmin Dobrovsky – creative guide at our Art Retreat Liguria – talks about childhood memories, her path to art, sources of inspiration and what makes our Art Retreat in Liguria so special.
Jasmin, how did you get into art?
Jasmin, how did you get into art? I loved painting from an early age and preferred spending time in stationery shops rather than toy shops. Later on, I was determined to do something creative, but I didn’t immediately have the confidence to become an artist. I worked as a graphic designer and illustrator for several years before taking the plunge into art.
How would you describe your art?
I paint what I love and what touches me. My art is colorful and diverse – just like my life.
What inspires you most when painting?
People! Whether I’m painting portraits or flowers – I’m often inspired through contact with others: conversations, interesting faces, new perspectives. So much happens when people come together.
Which artists or art movements have particularly influenced you?
Of course, I admire many painters. But other types of artists also influence and inspire me a lot. That’s why I also host a Podcast where I have conversations with fellow artists.
What can participants expect from the Art Retreat with you?
Joy of life! Because alongside all the technical knowledge – which I’m of course happy to share – it’s important to me that joy takes center stage in art. Creating something should feel good; tension and pressure aren’t helpful.
What does a Art Retreat day look like?
Each day will look completely different. In addition to a variety of activities, there will be diverse workshops on the program. From portrait painting on canvas to painting ceramics – there will be a lot to explore.
What’s the benefit of the multi-day Art Retreat compared to a one-day workshop?
Immerse yourself, unwind – for several days. This allows for an entirely different state of mind. Away from your usual surroundings and daily life, surrounded by inspiring impressions, you can create in a completely new way. Plus, as a coach, I can really get to know the participants – and they can get to know me – which is something there’s often too little time for in my “regular” studio workshops.
Why is taking a creative break so important in today’s world?
So much happens digitally nowadays. We long for real experiences. Creating something with your own hands strengthens the mind while also setting it free.
What is special for you and the Art Retreat participants when art is created outdoors or while travelling?
I’ve often had the experience of feeling deeply inspired on vacation and thinking: “As soon as I get home, I’ll paint this and that” – simply because I didn’t have the right materials with me at the time. The Art Retreat offers the opportunity to use the beautiful, inspiring surroundings right away to dive into creativity.
If the Art Retreat were a painting – what would it look like?
Colorful, yet harmonious! A picture you love to look at – one you’d want to dive right into.
About
Jasmin Dobrovsky is an artist from Vienna. She paints what she loves. The themes of her paintings arise from her passions: flowers, portraits, books and Italy are among them. This has already resulted in a whole series of Italy-inspired paintings.
As part of her Art Podcast ‘Kunst-Podcasts Ist das Kunst, oder kann das weg?’ (Is that art, or can we toss it?) Jasmin engages in inspiring conversations with other artists of all kinds.
Jasmin also offers Art Workshops in her studio in Vienna. Now she is combining these with her passion for Italy!
