painting - Marinko | Croatian Abstract Artist | Original Emotional Paintings

“Father and Son – An Abstract Walk in Mixed Media”

In this pair of works, I explore the intimacy of the relationship between father and son. Through abstract forms and layered textures, I portray a moment of walking together – a conversation that shapes life and passes on experience.

Both works were created in mixed media, dimensions 35×50 cm. Dominant colors – earthy tones, black, and white – create a contrast between inner reflection and the outer environment.
Both paintings depict the figures of father and son walking, while the father, through conversation, gently introduces his young son to life.

The inspiration came from everyday scenes in Osijek, where walks along the Drava River often become spaces for connection. These works are not literal depictions, but emotional maps of relationships – where texture itself becomes the language of closeness.

Abstract Still Life Oil Paintings – Expressive Floral Art for Your Space

Abstract Still Life Oil Paintings
A vibrant collection of expressive floral compositions, each piece capturing the energy of nature through bold color and dynamic texture. These oil paintings blend abstraction with emotion, inviting the viewer into a world of movement, mood, and timeless beauty.

Embrace

“Embrace”
Mixed media, 18 × 24 cm

In this intimate small-format piece, two figures merge in an embrace that transcends form and becomes pure emotion. The abstract depiction doesn’t seek recognition of faces or bodies — it invites recognition of closeness, trust, and warmth. Dark tones contrast with the gentle background, creating an atmosphere of quiet connection, while texture and brushwork add emotional depth.

This is not a painting that shows a moment — it preserves it.

Morning for Two

“Morning for Two”
Mixed media, 35 × 50 cm

“Morning for Two” is a quiet celebration of love expressed through gesture. In this 35 × 50 cm mixed media painting, Marinko captures the warmth of a morning shared — a seated figure, a cup of coffee, and the silence that speaks volumes. The textured layers and soft contrasts evoke the peace of early light and the intimacy of everyday tenderness. This artwork brings emotional depth to any space, making it a meaningful gift or a personal treasure.

This painting tells a simple yet deeply emotional story — of a woman who made coffee for her beloved and served it with a quiet smile. In the abstract form of the seated figure, through layered strokes and contrasts of light and shadow, one feels the warmth of home, the tenderness of the gesture, and the silence that speaks louder than words.

The texture and colors evoke the atmosphere of early morning, a moment of peace before the day begins. It’s a scene that doesn’t demand attention, but quietly deserves it — just like love shown through small things.

Mother and Child

“Mother and Child”
Mixed media, 50 × 35 cm

“Mother and Child” is a deeply emotional abstract painting that speaks to the universal bond of love and protection. Through layered textures, dark tones, and expressive brushwork, Marinko captures the essence of intimacy and belonging. Two symbolic forms suggest the figures of a mother and child, surrounded by vertical strokes that evoke movement and raw emotion. This 50 × 35 cm mixed media piece is ideal for collectors seeking meaningful art or for anyone drawn to the quiet power of connection.

This abstract composition captures an intimate moment of a mother holding her child. Through layered textures, dark tones, and expressive brushstrokes, the painting conveys deep emotional connection, protection, and tenderness. Two circular forms at the center suggest human figures, while vertical streaks of paint add movement and raw expression. The artwork invites the viewer not just to see, but to feel — to connect with the universal sense of love and belonging.

New Small Paintings – Abstract Floral Motifs in Oil

In these new small-format works, I explore the delicate tension between form and feeling. Inspired by floral motifs, each painting is a quiet celebration of color, texture, and emotional resonance

“Created in oil on MDF board (15×20 cm), these pieces feature abstract interpretations of flowers — vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows layered over textured backgrounds. Though small in size, they carry a bold emotional presence and are ideal for intimate spaces or collectors seeking unique, expressive works.”

Flowers have always symbolized transformation and fragility. In this series, I let the brush lead — allowing emotion to shape the petals, the rhythm, the silence between strokes.