a little something About me
My name is Sharon Culek
I am a British artist living in the beautiful city of Prague.
Travelling is an obsession of mine!
I love exploring the world and delight in sketching the places I go and the things I see. I always travel with a sketchbook and, once home, I can use it as inspiration for painting my memories.
I fell in love with Japan. I couldn't help it...
welcome
It is lovely to see you here.
I am a creative artist who loves to travel, where I find inspiration in the small hidden details that catch my attention.
This website showcases three aspects of my artworks.
Fuji-san series
Fun, cheerful and vibrant interpretations of the holy mountain.
Abstract collections
Intuitive paintings which lend themselves to themes of symbolism, colour and pattern.
NEXT year: 2027
Choose from a range of paintings to purchase prints and merchandise via a 'Print on Demand' shop from around the world.
...and the long awaited revival of
alphabet illustrations
a bespoke, original name design for a specific occasion
Commissions are welcome.
Send an email to discuss your ideas.
Fuji San Series
Here you have abstract, whimsical and bright interpretations of Mount Fuji.
abstract COLLECTIONS
Each abstract painting is a meditation combining colour, floral motifs and small bubbles of joy.
Exhibition:
Fujisan fixations
2026 tba
Solo exhibition
In 2017, when I was living and teaching in Japan, I made a promise to create a body of work inspired by Mount Fuji. I have honoured that promise and will be holding my first solo exhibition in 2026.
How this beautiful mountain became an obsession
Mount Fuji has held a deep fascination for many. One of the most famous Japanese artists, Hokusai - the famous ukiyo-e artist and printmaker, created many views of Fuji-san, often depicting Japanese life. In his series of '36 views of Mount Fuji' one can see many different colours, juxtapositions, angles and perspectives. His most famous work, 'The Great Wave off Kanagawa', is an iconic print which has even become an emoji! 🌊
I had been living in Yokohama for a number of weeks, during which humidity prevented me from seeing the mountain. I fell in love with her the first day I saw her. Since then she has become my enduring motif.
All artworks are currently in Prague.
2026 Exhibition announcements made soon!