Tag: Patterns in Art

El Picador is a playful subject about bullfight practice. The idea recalls my childhood, when I spent Sunday afternoons at home, having lunch with my family and watching the bullfights on TV.

Domes from the church no longer exist. The fire burned down the domes many years ago. The place dates from colonial times in Ecuador. All along. The Picador stands for its endurance through time; looking back at this painting makes me see in perspective the evolution of my artwork. The patterns are my source of communicating the meaning of each painting.

This early subject has many components in parallelism. Andrea Mantegna’s stage composition inspired it. It beholds the mood in the arrangement; one object holds to the other as thought fragments. Although the Picador is the main subject, the direction he points out with the spear to the kids signals a game. Then, images bounce back, and your eye begins watching encircling images from many angles.

The hung meat symbolizes the end of the animal; it is cruel and fatalist because it could be the Picador, who may be dead in the end. Notice that the Picador horse is a ceramic made from the ancient Incas. Overall, blue colors fill the sky and, in part, reflect the tonality on the church wall. Still, Sepia dominates most of the painting to recap the idea of an old, not-forgotten time.

This reminds me of a time of freedom, innocence, and enjoyment. It is in our nature to feel free to connect with our memories and wish those moments return. In short, the images continuously trigger the mind in our consciousness to remind us of the moment.

” El Picador 36″ x 60″ Oil on linen 2006

The Dancer is the next painting in a series called “Hope.” Here, the tree is rejoicing, passing through obstacles. Thanks to environmentalists and people who are keeping our environment safe. A tree is essential in keeping us safe, for it cleans our air and provides shading comfort. Visualizing an object is fascinating; we are attracted to movement, color, subject, and simplicity to be happy with what we admire. Then, the tone defines the whole picture. Correlation between shapes and forms adds flavor to the main object.

However, the symbols follow their form; every curve and straight line echoes a thought. And there lies the story of where the dancer’s idea came from.

I have been experimenting with layers, and no matter the subject or media, the more you add, the more attractive it is. Nonetheless, we must be careful not to overdo it. Foresight: Our mind bombards us with so many layers of ideas that unbalance a color, turning it into a painful sight. The best answer is to simplify and return to the first theory—intuition helps, too.

The dancer represents the female in nature. We have the music inside, indeed. Then, the transformation into a tree is an allegory to her fructose life. She is picaresque and arrogant, full of life at every step. The fruits she carries on her bark are rectangles, circles, ovals, and flowers. They all dance to her tempo and compass.

To conclude, let’s hope every tree will be saved in the world and for all the people and fauna. Mother nature opens their minds and appreciates life as a sacred ground.

The Dancer 24″ x 18″ 2024

Exploring the Depths of Creativity

The uprising of new ideas heralds elements: depth, perspective, color, form, and shape. Within this, our consciousness simplifies all subjectivity, where knowledge is a guiding beacon. Here, we unfurl a verdant mantle full of hope and strength, weaving together innovation with a radial effect that enhances even the smallest details of thought.

In contrast, with its transparent media, Watercolor is a conduit for movement and reflection, allowing us to layer and manipulate its hues to our desired effect. Yet the essence of our initial inspiration remains untouched. The idea is essential, and its elements contribute to its execution.

Moreover, a simple yet evocative focal point lies at the heart of the uprising. Interlaced patterns that guide the eye and propel the image forward. Though composed of triangular shapes, its organic hues starkly contrast the surrounding canvas. The illusion of calm water behind serves as a soothing backdrop.

This initial sketch serves as a foundational blueprint, a marker for exploration to develop ideas for intricate ornamentation. It is a mind trip that takes us to uncharted territories of creativity, yet always guided by the relentless pursuit of beauty and expression.

As our eyes crave simplicity, our minds yearn for depth, a dichotomy that drives us to seek meaning beyond the surface. Conscious or unconscious, it reflects our transient moods and perceptions. Yet amidst these fluctuations, it remains constant, allowing it to dance freely within the recesses of our minds. Ultimately, it is not the obstacles we face but the boundless potential of our imagination that defines our journey.

“Uprising Above All” Size 12″ x 9″ Watercolor on paper 2024

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