Joseph Zbukvic “Hidden Gems” Solo Exhibition
Joseph Zbukvic’s solo exhibition, “Hidden Gems” opens Friday, November 7th 2025. Reception from 5 – 8pm in the gallery (arrive early if possible, we expect a very large turn out!)
“I try to achieve a balance of harmony between tonal values, design, color and mood that will visually evoke the emotions between the viewer and the painting. Watercolor, with its subtle and gentle effects is a perfect medium to achieve this.” – Joseph Zbukvic
Joseph Zbukvic was born in 1952 in Zagreb, Yugoslavia. His parents discouraged him from pursuing a career in art, thus he spent a brief amount of time studying language at a pedagogical university. However, when Zbukvic was 18, political instability forced him and his family to emigrate to Australia. He was able to pursue his creative interests and establish a successful painting career in Melbourne, where he lives today. Zbukvic has become a leading master in the medium of watercolor. His illustrious career is full of over 200 major awards as well as the honor of PleinAir Magazine’s Lifetime Achievement award. His success is due to his ability to transform any subject into visual poetic language. Covering an infinite variety of subjects, his sensitive, lyrical, and atmospheric paintings have captured people and galleries all around the world.
“Every artist has those special paintings hidden somewhere in his studio. Some works have an elusive magic which we constantly try to achieve. Artists hate selling those works quickly, and usually keep them in the bottom drawer for that special occasion, whether it’s for an exhibition or an art competition. For this exhibition at Principle Gallery in Charleston, I have emptied that drawer . It’s time for them to be seen. After all, that’s their purpose; to be enjoyed.”
Joseph Zbukvic “Hidden Gems” Solo Exhibition
