Okros Imre

“Art does not reproduce what we see, it makes us feel what we want to see.” - Edgar Degas -

I was born in Makó, a small town on the Great Hungarian Plain, surrounded by endless landscapes and the tranquil flow of the Maros River. The most formative experiences of my childhood took place along the riverbanks, watching the slow change of seasons, the sky reflected on the water's surface, and discovering the subtle details of nature. At the time, I observed all this with wonder, and later these impressions became deep sources of artistic inspiration.

My passion for painting emerged early. My first attempts sought to capture the light and forms along the banks of the Maros. I didn’t know back then that this path would become my vocation, but the colors and tones of nature have since shaped my artistic vision.

For over three decades, I have lived in Pécs, among the rolling hills of the Mecsek Mountains, where my creative journey continues to uncover deeper layers. I believe there are no limits, only the canvas, the brush, and the quiet dialogue of my inner world. Through painting, I have developed a unique minimalist abstract perspective that keeps evolving with every new work, featuring clean forms, restrained color compositions, a...

Art Vocational Secondary School and Technical School, Szeged