Fresco
The fresco 'Paulilles,' created by artist Franck Gabarrou, is an interpretation
that captures the tranquility and natural beauty of Anse de Paulilles. With a
palette of vibrant and soothing colors, Gabarrou evokes a landscape where the
sky, earth, and water harmonize in a dance of fluid shapes and harmonious hues.
The sky, depicted with deep blues and touches of violet and yellow, suggests a
changing atmosphere, perhaps the onset of a summer storm or the last glow of a
sunset. These shades are reflected in the water below, creating a sense of
continuity between the sky and the sea. The vegetation is represented by
expanses of green, ranging from light to dark, indicating a variety of foliage
and lush trees lining the shore. The earth, with its yellow curves and ochre
spots, winds through the landscape, suggesting hiking trails or simple traces
left by visitors. At the heart of the fresco is a representation of Anse de
Paulilles, symbolized by a structure in shades of brown and green, gently
standing out against the colorful background. This element could evoke the
historical remnants of the region, recalling its industrial past while
celebrating its transformation into a place of peace and conservation.
'Paulilles' by Franck Gabarrou is more than an image; it is a sensation,
capturing the sea breeze on the skin, the smell of damp earth, and the distant
sound of waves, all captured in the fleeting brilliance of watercolor.