Storm 1962 

Jesús Meneses del Barco made this watercolor painting, Storm, in 1962. The medium is a partnership between the artist and the flow of the paint, which he has skillfully directed to evoke a landscape under turbulent weather conditions. The washes of color applied to paper, have been allowed to interact with the water already on the surface, creating atmospheric effects. The transparency inherent in watercolor allows layers to build up, providing depth and luminosity to the image. Meneses del Barco's technique requires patience and careful observation. Through his deliberate process, he not only captures a fleeting moment in nature but also reveals the intrinsic qualities of his chosen medium, lifting watercolor above its reputation as a purely amateur pursuit. The way that Meneses del Barco captures the emotional impact of the storm, is rooted in a deep understanding of how materials can speak, revealing how art can be a dialogue between concept, context, and craft.