I am finally posting my finished painting of the Pitigliano street scene called "Somewhere in Time." It has taken me longer than usual to finish this painting but I am finally satisfied with the result. I have had a lot of help from many friends who were not afraid to give me the needed critiques to improve the final vision.
My goal was to capture the mood, as I remember it, from my trip to Italy. Pitigliano was the first hill town we visited and walking down the dark, narrow streets I come across this couple silhouetted against the reflected light in the background. The scene stopped me in my tracks. It was a moment that typified the charm and timeless quality of Tuscany. I immediately understood the unique quality of light that is Italy's attraction for so many artists. The luminous light is inspiring. I have done my best to capture that mood and feeling.
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Thank you for sharing your work and inspiration!
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How exciting for you. I am sure you will have a wonderful time. Everywhere you go is amazing but I have a few favorites that I can suggest. Also in my archives(listed on left) I blogged about the trip and talk in more detail about every day. Rome: The Eternal City on November 2008 is the first day and if you click on the title there the rest of the Italy posts are at the bottom under Related Posts. But I will highlight a few of my favorites.
1) The Galleria Borghese and the surrounding gardens are a must see in Rome. I painted the lake there called Reflections of the Past
2) Orvieto- Make sure you walk over to the view in the park. I painted Umbria Autumn.
3)Pitigliano- the most beautiful hill town. Inspired Somewhere in Time.
4) Siena- loved it. The trip to the top of the tower is amazing.
I hope this helps. Have a great trip.
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Thanks much for your tips for Italy sites! I will add them to my list of favorites. I am so excited to be going. This "first" trip I will mostly take photos and explore with friends. The next time I would love to paint in Tuscany for a week!
Best to you and your painting,
Gina Grundemann