Another work inspired by the lyrical village of Villafranca del Bierzo on the Camino pilgrim journey. We were here very briefly but the pretty architecture left an indelible impression - not the stunning sort but with delicate poetism that grows on one.
I was attracted to the light play on these buildings and intrigued by the plaque on the right, wondering if it was an ancient clock. But when it comes to painting, the composition lines inspired by the scene took over with colour to play a big part in the mood created which is central to me for this piece. I always feel buildings have souls and wonder if they can speak, what would they say? A bluesy melancholic expression feels right here, at least to me.
Title: Bluesy (O55)
Description: Melancholy was the feeling given me by these lyrical buildings, not deeply sad but a poetic rendition of their souls. An expressionist work inspired by the village of Villafranca del Bierzo on the Camino de Santiago (Way of St James) pilgrim route. Spain Camino 2011.
Medium: Oil on Ready-to-Hang Canvas.
Dimensions: 76 x 60cm.
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Rhapsody is the first work in my Spain Camino series. I had revisited Spain in June this year, this time to the northwestern part to hike the famous Camino de Santiago de Compostela pilgrimage (aka the Way of St James), well at least bits of it. My journey went from Bilbao en route through several historic towns before reaching Santiago de Compostela where the tomb of St James lies. Burgos was our first "great Gothic cathedral" stop and a fave of mine :)
I love the winding streets, the poetic window sills, the bustling yet leisurely and relaxed atmosphere, with people from all over - pilgrims, adventurers, tourists, residents - all merrily enjoying the place and interlude in time. And this is the theme of Rhapsody - unconnected, rambling, yet naturally in harmony and peace, like a carefree bohemian song.
Title: Rhapsody (O48)
Description: A lyrical expressionist piece inspired by the bohemian atmosphere in the streets of Burgos, the historic capital of Castile, and on the famous pilgrim route of Camino de Santiago de Compostela (the Way of St James). Spain Camino 2010.
Medium: Oil on Ready-to-Hang Canvas.
Dimensions: 76 x 60cm.
Purchase at: yen.artfire.com
