Albères
The mural 'Albères' by Béatriz Garrigo is a majestic work that captures the
serene and wild beauty of the Albères mountain range. Painted on two panels, it
unfolds an enchanting panorama where colors and shapes blend to create an
impression of natural harmony and tranquility. The mural is dominated by deep
shades of purple and blue that evoke the hilltops, bathed in a soft and
mysterious light. These dark hues contrast with the luminous touches of green,
gold, and pink that populate the lower landscape, suggesting lush vegetation and
colorful blooms. The brush's texture, both free and expressive, brings to life
the trees, rocks, and meadows, creating a sense of movement and vitality. In the
foreground, two horses stand out, drawn with elegant simplicity. One stands
alone in the first part of the mural, while in the second, another horse is
accompanied by its foal, adding a dimension of tenderness and continuity to the
scene. These animal figures provide a living presence and anchor the landscape
in a tangible reality. The natural elements are painted with artistic freedom,
hinting at forms without strictly defining them, thus evoking the wild and
untamed spirit of the hills. The brushstrokes, sometimes fluid, sometimes
vigorous, create varied textures that enrich the pictorial surface and capture
the interplay of light and shadow on the landscape. 'Albères' is a visual ode to
nature, an invitation to contemplate the tranquil splendor of the hills and lose
oneself in the contemplation of their timeless beauty. Through this mural,
Béatriz Garrigo offers us a poetic and emotional vision of this landscape, where
each color and shape contribute to the creation of a painting vibrant with life
and serenity.