Artists of Mallorca
Hella Lea
My name is Hella Lea, born in Germany but living in Mallorca since 1994.
Art and creativity have accompanied me all my life: An apprenticeship as a prop master for film and tv after an apprenticeship as a cabinet maker in Freiburg and further training in painting as a student of Alceu Ribeiro in Mallorca, as well as the further development of my style over many decades, finally led me to start exhibiting and selling my work a few years ago.
Hella Lea
@hellas,treasures
Vibrant Dreams
PAINTING
Acrylics and Mixed Media on Canvas
120x160cm
“Vibrant Dreams” is a vivid abstract painting inspired by the richness and diversity found in nature. Bursting with colour and energy, it draws from the intricate forms of seeds and pollen, the textured rhythm of cobblestones, and the endless variety of shapes offered by plants and flowers in all sizes. This work celebrates the organic beauty and vitality of the natural world, capturing its essence through layers of expressive colour and dynamic composition.
Inspiration
PAINTING
Acrylics and Mixed Media on Canvas
130x97cm
“Inspiration” is an acrylic painting born from a deep love of the sea and the infinite shades of blue it offers. The scene suggests a coastal view, where reflections shimmer on the water—ambiguous yet evocative, hinting at boats or distant city lights. A fine red line runs horizontally through the composition, creating a subtle yet powerful contrast. Executed using the glazing technique, the painting is built up through multiple translucent layers of diluted acrylics, allowing light to pass thro