Sunrise, Siena 1981

Curator: Here we have Elena Prentice’s “Sunrise, Siena,” a watercolor piece measuring about 10 by 15 centimeters. Editor: It's so delicate! The wash of colors is almost dreamlike. It makes me think of waking up before everyone else. Curator: The sunrise, often a symbol of hope and renewal, is softened here by the muted tones. Notice how Prentice uses the watercolor to almost blur the distinction between the sky and the hills. Editor: And those trees—they stand like silent sentinels, observing this daily rebirth. Sunrises are such powerful images. They’re universal and yet so deeply personal. Curator: Exactly. It reminds us that even amidst a vast landscape, the experience of seeing the dawn can be incredibly intimate. Editor: Absolutely. It's a reminder that even the grandest events often find their true resonance in our own hearts.