Original artwork description:

This painting, "Symmetry of Provence," is a striking example of stylized landscape art. The artist employs a bold, almost graphic approach to depict a scene evocative of the French countryside. The most prominent feature is the strong symmetry created by the cypress trees lining a path leading to a building. This symmetry, while visually pleasing, also suggests a sense of order and perhaps even a carefully constructed, almost artificial, beauty.

The trees themselves are painted with visible brushstrokes, creating a textured effect that emphasizes their verticality and adds dynamism to the otherwise static symmetry. Their tall, slender forms suggest height, aspiration, and perhaps even a touch of melancholy, especially given their placement along a seemingly solitary path.

The building in the middle distance is simple and unadorned, adding to the sense of minimalist design. It suggests a dwelling, perhaps a farmhouse or villa, but its anonymity prevents it from becoming the central focus of the painting; instead, it serves to anchor the symmetrical composition.

The stark color contrast, combined with the perfect symmetry, could also be seen as commenting on ideals of beauty and the artistic pursuit of perfection. It invites viewers to consider the constructed nature of beauty and the subjective experience of observing a landscape.


My paintings are signed with my artistic Name and the Year painted.

Materials used:

acrylic, gel impasto

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