Shadow And Light 

Dan Graziano painted this urban scene, titled 'Shadow and Light', with visible brushstrokes that articulate form and texture. The composition is stark, dominated by a juxtaposition of a brightly lit building against a deep, enveloping shadow. This contrast isn't just visual; it evokes a sense of mystery. The artist uses a restricted palette, focusing on greens and blues, punctuated by the yellow door and the wood of the utility pole. Note how the stark lines of the utility cables cut across the sky, creating a visual tension with the solidity of the building. This reflects a broader artistic concern with how industrial elements intersect with domestic spaces. The shadows not only define the structure but also obscure it, playing with our perception of space. The painting invites us to consider how light can reveal and conceal. This exploration of visual and metaphorical obscurity is a dialogue that echoes debates within structuralism about surface versus hidden meaning.