View of Santiago de Cuba

About this work

This painting shows a small town with red-roofed buildings packed close together. In the center stands a white church with two towers and a cross on top. The sky above is soft and cloudy, while the hills in the background fade into pale blues and grays. Palm trees and bushes line the front, adding green and dark shadows. The artist used watercolor to capture light and color in a loose, sketchy way—almost like a quick sketch. The buildings and church are simple shapes, but the brushstrokes make the scene feel warm and alive. Next, check out watercolor to see how artists use this medium to create light and movement.