CONCEPT:
I find myself retreating into my thoughts as the first week of school comes to an end, returning to my cherished summer home in Cadaqués, a charming community hidden away on Spain’s coast. “Eli’s Aquatic Dreamscape,” this piece of art, is more than simply a self-portrait; it’s a glimpse into my calm world, where the water is a constant companion that reflects my calmest desires.
My refuge has always been Cadaqués, with its picturesque streets and peaceful Mediterranean. Here, the world above seems to fade away as I plunge into the glistening clean waters, making time seem to stop.
As we sail alongside friends during the golden sunsets, the sea serves as a brilliant backdrop for our companionship as we tell stories and laugh together. And then there’s windsurfing, an exhilarating dance with the wind and waves that embodies both my spirit of adventure and the wild beauty of the village.
“Eli’s Aquatic Dreamscape” is a painting that pays homage to these times and embodies my passion for the ocean and Cadaqués. This piece serves as a reminder of my favorite place amidst the chaos of academic life and is evidence of the serenity that Cadaqués instills in me. It serves as a reminder that there is peace waiting in the embrace of the water, no matter how hectic life becomes.
// Hair
fill(102, 51, 0); // Brown hair color
arc(200, 155, 200, 100, radians(150), radians(30)); // arch hair
// hair length
fill(102, 51, 0); // brown hair
noStroke();
rect(110, 160, 40, 150); // left rectangle hair
rect(250, 160, 40, 150); // right rectangle hair
// Eyes
fill(255); // White part of the eyes
ellipse(170, 190, 30, 20); // Left eye
ellipse(230, 190, 30, 20); // Right eye
fill(77, 38, 0); // Brown color for the iris
circle(170, 190, 10); // Left iris
circle(230, 190, 10); // Right iris
// Tshirt
fill('lightgreen');
arc(200, 600, 300, 650, PI, 0, OPEN); // shoulders
// Mouth
fill('pink'); //
arc(200, 240, 30, 10, 0, PI, CHORD); // smile arch
}
Memes from my group of friends.
IMPROVEMENTS:
Future developments could benefit from concentrating on the textural elements in order to more accurately convey the dynamic character of water.
Making hair in my artwork was especially difficult for me. I tried using an arch at first, but I could not figure it out. I finally decided on an arch and two descending rectangles. Incorporating marine life or sports like windsurfing or diving would give my work a more vivid and personal touch, emphasizing my strong bond with the sea and my memories of Cadaqués. This way, the artwork could become more meaningful and realistic.
