THE RENAISSANCE MAN
Blend Cota is a Master Artist who was born in Albania in 1970. At an early age he was hand selected and trained in the prestigious Fine Arts Academy in Albania, where he underwent rigorous fundamental training for eight years in a comprehensive art program that detailed multiple art genres, majoring in Monumental Arts. Blend’s immersion and acceleration in a wide array of genres formed a solid foundation for his growth over the past 36+ years as a world class accomplished artist.
Blend’s admiration for the old masters such as Raphael, Da Vinci and Caravaggio that he intensely studied, has set him on a mission to revitalize the beauty of the lost renaissance style.
Blend’s works incorporate the detailed beauty of these masters into a unique Blend style that has become his trademark.
His works express an incredible interpretation of artistic storytelling. Every painting is created with thoughtful composition of impeccable details and figures, masterful layering of depth and perspective and just the right balance of natural light and color.
BLEND’S TALENT ALLOWS HIM THE VERY RARE ABILITY TO SWITCH FROM HIS DETAILED RENAISSANCE STYLE TO A FREE-FLOWING ARTISTIC STYLE HE MASTERED AND REFERS TO AS BLENDED EXPRESSIONISM
Blended Expressionism exudes and emotes a stunning color palette anchored by a unique interaction between powerful and subtle brushstrokes.
Blend’s goal in life is allow people to experience the joy and positive emotions when viewing his works of art, whether they be in one of his thought-provoking renaissance style paintings or one of his whimsical color infused masterpieces.
Blend’s influences are his family - Redina, his wife, is herself a world class accomplished artist and his two daughters, which are slowly following in their parent’s footsteps. Many of Blend’s works reflect his love of nature, the outdoors, and wildlife. His inspiration is harnessed when he talks and interacts with people from all walks of life. Through Blend’s art and personality, you will find a very unique and interesting artist. Blend has emerged as a true Renaissance man!