Maria is a contemporary urban-funky artist with a very distinctive style that lives and works in London. She was born in Florence and moved to London in 2001 in search of an adventure. The same year Maria discovered her love for painting and decided to stay in this wonderful city, for good. In 2007 she become a full time artist. Her work is about an imaginary world in a parallel dimension with UFOs, television people and hidden messages. Each piece is unique and one of a kind. You can meet Maria and view all her paintings at "Hidden House Gallery" in Forest Hill, South East London, every Sunday. A very cute Estate Agency becomes an unique art gallery one day a week only.. Maria's latest funky idea! "Flashback London" 34 x 29 x 3 cm This piece is quite special, it is an original and one of a kind ink and acrylics painting on 290gsm acid free paper. It comes with an old ornate wooden frame that Maria bought from a second hand shop in South East London. At the back of the frame there is the original label from Chessington World Adventures in UK. The painting represents a futuristic areal view of London with vibrant colours and all Maria's characters, like the ufos, helicopters and TV people. Ready to hang on the wall, this artwork will bring you happiness and fun! With this painting you will receive a special gift. Very unique and collectable piece! SHIPPING NOTE: MESSAGE FOR EU CUSTOMERS! NO IMPORT TAXES TO PAY! -Import Taxes Fees For EUROPE are included in the shipping costs no matter what the final price is! Maria will pay for the import taxes from London so you don't have to do anything, just wait for this beautiful piece to arrive:) For few EU countries to post DDP (Delivery Duty Paid) won't be possible. In this case Maria will send you a message with more information. She will contact you in any case:) No import taxes to pay for USA Customers! Secure and fast shipping. Used couriers: DPD, UPS or PARCELFORCE TIME OF SHIPPING: Usually 3 to 12 working days