Donna Flowers-Dorning transports us to the breathtaking island of Santorini with her vibrant artwork, 'Greek Summer Dream,' part of the 'Summer Holiday Collection.'
This captivating piece is a celebration of Greece's rich cultural tapestry and sun-soaked allure. The foreground features a table laid with a beautifully patterned blue tablecloth, adorned with a plate of freshly caught fish, garnished with a slice of lemon—a nod to Santorini's renowned culinary simplicity. A tall glass of Mythos beer adds a refreshing touch to the scene. A decorative green jug and intricately designed bottle enrich the composition with a sense of artisanal craftsmanship. The backdrop reveals white brick walls softened by cascading pink blooms, evoking the island's iconic architecture and natural beauty. Adding depth to the work, a painting of a traditionally dressed figure surrounded by floral and bird motifs graces the wall, celebrating Greek heritage.
This 1000-piece jigsaw captures the dreamy essence of a summer in Santorini, inviting puzzlers to savour its colours and charm piece by piece.
About The Artist
A lifelong creative, Donna Flowers-Dorning studied Art at college and went on to study Fashion at UCLAN in Preston. While she has always painted for pleasure, it was during lockdown that she developed her 'Still Life' series, drawing inspiration from patterns, plants, books, nostalgic food and drink, views, and artwork. Each piece is carefully composed to spark joy and evoke a sense of warmth and familiarity.
Donna's work is known for its vibrant detail, often incorporating text and pattern to create rich, expressive compositions. Her art is currently exhibited at Heart Gallery in Hebden Bridge, Sweet Magnolias in Hay-on-Wye, and Still Life in Ulverston. For Donna, creativity is a source of relaxation and joy—something that shines through in every piece she creates.