I'm Sandor, also known by my artistic moniker ArtH2O, a name symbolizing the life-sustaining essence of both art and water.
With over three decades of experience, I’ve dedicated my life to exploring the depths of creative expression, bridging the worlds of traditional painting and cutting-edge digital art. My journey, marked by thousands of artworks, exhibitions, and collaborations, has been one of passion, growth, and transformation.
My love for art was ignited at 17—the pivotal beginning of my artistic journey—though my fascination with art began much earlier in school. I naturally connected with materials and techniques, always feeling I had a unique, instinctive approach to creating art. This path led me to what I now call the Kosan Period, an early phase where I produced an extensive body of work while refining my foundational skills.
During this period, the mentorship of Mr. Jozsef Vörös, an esteemed painter, was invaluable. Over a decade, we painted together, and his insights on color, composition, perspective, and technique profoundly influenced my artistic foundation. With his guidance, I crafted over 2,000 pieces—watercolors, oils, and drawings—that found their way into the hands of collectors and back to my home in Hungary, where I still hold a significant part of my early collection. These years, filled with learning and creation, provided the skills and vision that would continue to shape my work.
In 2013, I moved to Ireland, where the rugged beauty of County Mayo and the country’s vibrant landscapes brought a new dimension to my work. This period was one of exploration; I sought my unique style, experimenting with a wide array of themes and materials to find my own voice. Over time, I developed a distinct style, but I’ve always allowed my inner voice to guide my work, adapting my style as inspiration strikes. Painting, for me, is a form of meditation—a process where thought disappears, and I move freely with colors and forms, allowing the creative flow to take over.
During this period, I created several hundred works in various media, from quick black-and-white sketches to larger canvases. Often, I’d start with a sketchbook drawing before bringing it to life on a big canvas. A recurring theme that captivates me is the three wise monkeys motif, which I explore in different contexts—sometimes blending it with AI elements or life symbols, finding new ways to represent this ancient idea.
In 2020, I embraced a new frontier in my artistry, expanding into digital art and NFTs. This journey has been prolific, with over 200 large-format digital works created specifically as NFTs, alongside smaller postcard-sized pieces, color variations, and generative art coded by hand—a natural evolution given my background as a programmer since age eight. Each NFT is crafted with attention to detail, ranging from manually created works to those generated through code, embodying both my technical skills and artistic vision. By integrating these works with blockchain technology, each piece exists as a unique digital asset, offering collectors an exclusive connection to my evolving legacy.
My digital art is produced at high resolutions, making it suitable for large-scale prints that retain the same vibrancy and depth as my traditional pieces. The creation of NFTs represents a dynamic blend of art and technology, bridging my classical foundation with a forward-thinking approach to art.
The name ArtH2O reflects my belief that art and water are essential to a meaningful life. Just as water shapes landscapes, art shapes perception, infusing life with color, depth, and emotion. In adopting this name, I embrace the role of art as a life force and the idea that creativity is as vital as the air we breathe. My works, whether physical or digital, are inspired by this profound connection, striving to capture the beauty and complexity of life.
Throughout my career, I’ve had the honor of exhibiting my work in various solo and group shows across Hungary in the 1990s and more recently in Ireland. These exhibitions have been an opportunity to connect with audiences who share a love for artistry that spans landscapes, abstracts, still lifes, and more. My artistic journey continues to evolve, expanding into new territories and redefining the role of art in the digital age.