Prints by Raquela Moncada
Black and White
Sand
Bark
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Enter this site and begin your photographic journey of the intricate and ephemeral sand patterns of our oceans coasts, its play with something as simple as the bark of a tree, and enjoy a study in nature’s unpredictable art at its finest.
Unlike most fine art photography, Raquela’s photographic prowess can open imaginations in a way only the wonders of nature can. The ever changing sand patterns are a view into the changing environment of the coasts and the fluidity of their migrating medium. The simple bark of a tree shows natures play with color, pattern, and sturdiness. It is very likely you will be reminded to stop, observe, and enjoy even the simplest forms of nature’s art, These photographs are sure to help to quiet the mind and allow one to take a respite from the day to day distractions that challenge our quality of life.
The natural world is changing, and the sand patterns depicted are extant examples of what is here today, and very likely will not be here tomorrow. Whether through a simple change in the prevailing wind direction or speed, the increased frequency of storms or a decrease in the frequency of storms, or unstable sea conditions spawning more severe weather patterns, the changes are seen in the daily activities of the sand. Photographic observations, like the ones Raquela presents here, present mother nature’s etchings that chronicle the changes now occurring. This art is unique and much more than typical nature abstract photography. The artistic work you will find here on this site is perhaps the first in depth study of the endless patterns and symbols found at our feet, within in the beach and dune sands of the ocean coasts, or on a tree, deep inside a primary forest. The simply uniqueness and ephemeral nature of the medium assures no pattern is ever repeated. There is something humbling about catching the brief moment in which the art exists, and knowing it can never be reproduced, by the photographer or anyone else.
This museum quality fine art photography can be placed in your home, office space, or building entrance. Interior designers will appreciate the surprise, creativity, and mystery found in the sometimes unexpected images popping playfully into the imagination. These photographic fine art prints utilize the use of movement, light and perspective to transform a room into an imaginative journey. Whether your need is general modern abstract wall art, or more specific contemporary abstract photography, the images will capture you and compel the gentleness and sometimes pure force of nature.
Expect to be surprised.