For the client, Cala Goloritzé was a place to return to in his thoughts: the sea and the Sardinian coast were linked to a feeling of lightness that he wanted to experience at home too.
He had long searched for an image capable of conveying it. The representations he found seemed too cold or photographic. The commission grew from the wish to preserve the identity of that landscape through living, expressive painting.
The consultation: recognising and interpreting a place
The painting had to fit a vertical wall between the living room and kitchen. We considered the light, viewpoints and relationship with the furnishings, then compared several proposals directly in the space.
The client was seeking a balance between recognisability and interpretation. The design process refined that balance alongside the size suited to the wall.
Choosing textured painting
Rocks, ripples in the sea and clouds were built through raised textures and variations in the surface. The light in the home meets these differences, revealing different details throughout the day.
The composition retains the outline of the place. The sea introduces movement and depth, while the sky lightens the presence of the rocks.
From the design to an everyday presence
The result connects a space used every day with a personal experience. The painting is designed to work in the room while also drawing the eye back towards a meaningful place.
The initial discussion helps us understand the feeling you would like to find in the artwork. From there, we can explore the subject, proportions and technique.
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