Christian Pendelio’s marine paintings are more than a depiction of scenery but an imagery of love and voyage. Having started his artistic career in watercolor and comic strip in his teenage, the self-taught artist is most famous for turning the canvases into a surreal fairyland spiced with witty allegories: Man sails across the infinite horizon in search of his love and finally comes home to the love territory in the shape of woman; Sailor cruises to the unknown world with a mermaid as his life guard; Women and girls pay homage to femininity and fertility; Flowers embody the fleetness of life whereas the various sea creatures the carriers of love and romance; In spite of being an island surrounded by the sea, man can still reach out for his beloved with their arms as a bridge… adventuring towards the boundless ocean of possibilities without imaginary frontier, we are all seeking for love and hope. Voyage is a solitary course of discovery while love the destination of every man. The pastel palette adds a fancy touch to the landscape, with a salty taste and loving theme. Whimsical and playful, Christian’s paintings give a sense of humor and an intriguing after-taste. Gallery by the Harbour is honoured to announce its collaboration with Mr. Christian Pendelio and will be displaying his paintings within the period of 14 May to 8 June 2009.