Discovery Painting

Speaking with John Hantoumakos Question: Tell us about yourself. John: I was born in Athens, Greece, but have spent most of my life in Toronto, Canada. I’m married with two sons and a dog. Question: Tell us about your art. John: I started painting and sculpting in high school.  I have been painting for about 35 years, while holding a left-brain job. During that time, I participated in various exhibitions.                                                                  In the last seven years I have been a full-time selling artist. Question: What type of art are you interested in? John: Over the years, like many artists, I have painted in different styles: live scenes, portraits, still life etc., but I always came back to the style I enjoy the most, abstract. I like to play with colours, touch emotions and mix reality with fantasy. I get my inspiration from anything, the colour of the ocean (undoubtedly tied to my Greek heritage), a formation of a cloud, a tree, the shape of a mountain, the sources are endless. Question: Where do you live now? John: I live in a suburb of Toronto, Canada, with my wife, and our dog.