Sosiego 2019

Luis Álvarez Roure brings us this oil painting, probably made in his studio. It's full of warm, inviting colors—golds, greens, and soft browns that create a dreamy, serene atmosphere. Looking at this work, I imagine Álvarez Roure carefully building up layers of paint. I like the way the light catches the model's cheek, how the soft palette evokes a sense of peace and introspection. Perhaps, he was thinking about the old masters, the way they captured light and shadow to create depth and emotion. The brushstrokes are visible, adding texture and depth to the surface. It feels intimate, like a quiet moment shared between artist and model. There's a tenderness here, a gentle observation that feels timeless. Like all artists, Álvarez Roure is in conversation with the past, adding his own voice to the ongoing dialogue of painting. And that quiet conversation, that's where the magic happens.