The colors of Mykonos are instantly recognizable to anyone who has been there (or even just admired the island on Pinterest). From deep turquoise to bright white, the colors stand out immediately in any painting or photograph. One common theme that exists among shops in Mykonos are images of the island itself printed on items.
Hand-painted ceramics for sale at Irene Ceramics in Mykonos.
Irene Ceramics is a breathtaking store that you can't miss. Although Irene is not always present in the shop, her husband may be running the store while you're in there. He will boast about how his wife hand-painted all of the ceramics in the shop and is clearly proud of her. The artwork is so beautiful and unique that you may be afraid to buy anything in fear of breaking it. But you will regret that decision!
Plates, bowls, mugs, vases, ornaments and more are displayed in Irene Ceramics.
The artist does not simply stick to shades of blue and white in her designs. Each piece is unique - tones of violet, red, orange and yellow also appear frequently. The artwork still obviously conveys Mykonos, even though she uses a rainbow of colors. They even show a variety of viewpoints around the island.
Mykonos itself serves as an inspiration for local artists.
Irene Ceramics is not the only store that sells fragments of Mykonos. Several other shops hang artwork with the iconic blue color. Images of the evil eye, blue doorways and rooftops instantly spark thoughts of the Mediterranean Sea and the bright blue, cloudless sky that surround the island.
Paintings are another common art style in Mykonos, if you're too nervous you might break ceramics.
The best example of Mykonos art is the Archetype Souvenir Shop. The shop sells calendars, postcards, paintings and more, all featuring stunning images of Mykonos.
Even scarves are sewn with images of Mykonos on them, if you prefer to wear artwork.
Whether you are looking to buy souvenirs for yourself, family or friends, you can't go wrong with artwork from Mykonos. Even after leaving, you will feel at ease when looking at images of the beautiful blue and white island.
