Carlton Hotel. 2024

This painting presents a reimagined view of the legendary Carlton Hotel in Cannes.
In the artist’s interpretation, the building seems to lean forward and come alive — stretching toward the viewer, supported by palm fronds, as if extending an invitation to the Cannes Film Festival.
The fronds are partially wrapped in gold, a clear reference to the festival’s highest honor, the Palme d’Or.

The artist emphasizes details that gradually reveal themselves, inviting the viewer to reflect, explore, and discover hidden symbols and meanings — such as the subtly camouflaged words “Love” and “Luck” in both English and French.
This interactive approach draws the viewer in, making them an active participant in the painting’s narrative.

In the bottom right corner, a flower appears — its petals subtly form the word “Cannes”.
The flower blooms precisely where Cannes is located on the stone-like silhouette of the map of France, anchoring the image geographically and symbolically.

The entire composition is infused with the spirit of celebration, the magic of cinema, and the warmth of the French Riviera.
This painting serves as a visual greeting — and an invitation — into a world of art, beauty, and joy.