Arriving in Seoul with little preparation, Greg Ito immersed himself in the city’s energy through spontaneous encounters and explorations. The constant presence of Seoul Tower became a symbolic anchor, representing longing and discovery. Navigating unfamiliar streets and forming new friendships sharpened his awareness of place and self. In his print, Ito frames the landscape within his signature keyhole motif, suggesting both memory and desire. The work transforms a personal moment of connection into a symbolic image that captures the emotional resonance of finally visiting a long-imagined destination.

In Bali, Matthew Craven encountered master artisans carving wood and intricate textile traditions rich with pattern and symbolism. Observing their intuitive craftsmanship resonated deeply with his own practice of building complex compositions from simple forms. Inspired by organic motifs and botanical imagery, he integrated subtle references from Balinese iconography into his established visual language. The print merges cultural influence with personal continuity, demonstrating how travel can expand an artist’s vocabulary while reinforcing universal connections found within pattern, repetition, and handmade processes.

The vast landscapes of Oregon felt both cinematic and theatrical to William LaChance. Observing small-town life and expansive scenery, he perceived the environment as a stage inhabited by characters. Drawing from this narrative quality, he created a composition where figure and ground blur within painterly abstraction. The print references folk traditions and artificial silhouettes, highlighting the tension between authenticity and artifice. It captures a landscape transformed by imagination, where environment and storytelling merge into a contemplative scene.

In Rwanda, Abel Macias encountered both profound history and thriving natural beauty. From visiting the Genocide Memorial to witnessing wildlife in Akagera National Park, his journey balanced reflection and awe. Safari experiences inspired imagery of elephants, giraffes, and birds roaming freely. The print translates these vivid encounters into a stylized composition rooted in his folk-influenced aesthetic. It captures the vitality of wildlife and the resilience of place, honoring a country defined by both memory and forward momentum.

Running the Sahara Marathon among Sahrawi communities profoundly impacted Taquen. Experiencing their hospitality and resilience amid harsh desert conditions shaped both his reflections and artwork. Workshops with local children and encounters with decorated hands inspired symbolic elements within the composition. The print references “the desert in the desert,” blending human gesture and landscape. Through warm tones and expressive line, the work honors courage and community, transforming endurance and solidarity into a poetic tribute.

On the island of Vlieland, Hense immersed himself in coastal atmosphere and open space. Known for vibrant abstraction, he responded to the island’s rhythm through layered shapes and energetic color relationships. The print reflects interaction between form and movement, echoing the expansive landscape and shifting light. Through bold gestures and structured composition, the work translates the island’s vitality into dynamic abstraction, emphasizing harmony between environment and artistic instinct.

In Furudal, Linnéa Andersson continued her exploration of emotion through organic abstraction. Inspired by natural surroundings, her leaf-like forms suggest inner states rather than literal scenery. The print uses simplified shapes and subtle color interplay to evoke quiet reflection. Through the space between forms and canvas edge, she communicates mood without words. The work embodies the calm introspection fostered by rural retreat, where nature becomes a mirror for emotional language.