Lisbon - S. Cristovão 1937

Carlos Botelho created "Lisbon - S. Cristovão" with what looks like oil paint, capturing the essence of Lisbon’s architecture. I can almost feel Botelho standing on a rooftop, palette in hand, mixing those warm ochres and earthy reds. Look at the way he builds up the textures, layer upon layer. I imagine him stepping back, squinting, and then adding another dab of color. You can see how the buildings lean into each other, a jumble of shapes and colors. It's not just a picture of Lisbon; it's the feeling of being there, caught in the moment. Painters, we’re all in this ongoing conversation, sharing ideas and inspiring each other across time. Botelho's work reminds us that painting is an embodied expression, embracing all the ambiguity and uncertainty. There are no fixed readings here, just multiple ways of seeing and feeling.