Meeting Point on the Prom, Nice (2026)

Alex Nereuta’s seaside painting Meeting Point depicts a seaside moment featuring a man and a woman dressed in shades of blue and white, deep in conversation, framed by an endless blue horizon. The woman holds a large dark umbrella that stands out against the bright sky. The composition balances clean lines and vibrant colours, creating a serene and luminous mood. The deep blue sea contrasts with the clear sky, emphasizing a sense of openness and tranquility. Some moments stay with you not because of what happened, but because of where they happened. Along the Promenade des Anglais in Nice, France, friends meet, couples pause, strangers cross paths, and travellers arrive and depart against the backdrop of the Mediterranean Sea. Most of these encounters last only a few moments before disappearing into the rhythm of the city. Meeting Point grew from countless walks along this iconic waterfront and a fascination with these fleeting encounters. As you take in the scene, you discover not only the quiet mystery between two figures, but also the unmistakable character of the Côte d'Azur: its luminous Mediterranean light, graphic contrasts, and the dialogue between the sea, sky and architecture. A plane leaves a white trail across the sky, quietly echoing the themes of arrival and departure that have long shaped this famous seafront. It is also the only collaged element in the composition, subtly reinforcing the idea of movement, travel and transience. Rather than documenting a specific moment, the painting distills the essence of the Promenade into a composition of strong horizontal lines, bold graphic forms and layered shades of Mediterranean blue. The relationship between the two figures remains deliberately ambiguous, inviting you to imagine your own story. More than a portrait, Meeting Point is an original contemporary painting that celebrates the quiet mystery of passing lives and the enduring atmosphere of the French Riviera.