The first thing Maite Delteil does, over our long-distance call, is to excuse herself for her English pronunciation. The subsequent conversation is laden with requests for repeating statements on either side, but even with the language gap making its presence felt, it’s clear that Delteil considers herself blessed with a happy life, and that this reflects in her art. Her works are colourful and vivid, with an appealing child-like simplicity that draws you to stare just a moment longer, and quite likely even let out a nostalgic sigh.

Maite Delteil’s canvas titled Winter