Immortalizing the physiognomy of a landscape has always been the strongest suit for self-taught, Sydney-based artist Paul Tangian. His meticulous depiction of reality and a modicum of reverie coalesces into an idyllic experience, even for a fastidious spectator. Having diverse influences—from Japanese art to Impressionism—and a wide array of techniques at his disposal, he can easily transcend to another style while keeping his equipment simple and his palette to a minimum. The journey of his compositions begins with an impression, embellishing diagonals and curves to create motion, and adjusting the harmony between value and tone to his satisfaction.

At an early age of 7, he first dabbled with sketching and freehand drawing, smoothly transitioning from pencil to pastel. However, it was in 2002 that the oil paint, with his opening brushstroke, enraptured him and at once riveted his dedication to the medium. During his adolescent years, he would frequent libraries and bookstores to rummage through erudite tomes of fine arts and design, which cultivated his aesthetic sensibility. Since then, he has striven to perfect his craft of capturing moments in art form for connoisseurs to appreciate and enthusiasts to keep for themselves.