The renowned watercolorist Joseph Zbukvic (b. 1952) has his first-ever solo show in Charleston, specifically at Principle Gallery. Zbukvic was born in Zagreb; his parents discouraged him from pursuing a career in art, but when he was 18, political instability forced the family to immigrate to Australia. There, the young man was able to establish a successful painting career in Melbourne, where he lives today.
Zbukvic has become a leading master of watercolors, covering a wide array of subjects and winning more than 200 awards for the fluid brushwork and subtle tonal shifts that create a sense of place that is both dreamlike and deeply familiar.
He explains, “I try to achieve a balance of harmony between tonal values, design, color, and mood that will visually evoke the emotions between the viewer and the painting. Watercolor, with its subtle and gentle effects, is a perfect medium to achieve this.”
The Principle show will feature scenes Zbukvic has painted in Venice, Paris, Melbourne, New York City, and beyond.
Joseph Zbukvic Solo Show
Principle Gallery
Charleston, South Carolina
principlegallery.com
November 7–December 2, 2025
