Prints by Raquela Moncada
Black and White
Sand
Celebrating Love
Enter this site and begin your photographic journey of the intricate and ephemeral sand patterns of our oceans coasts, enjoy some classic black and white photography with something for every palate, and celebrate love with a fresh look at this union.
Unlike most fine art photography, Raquela’s photographic prowess can open imaginations in a way only the wonders of nature and sometimes the soul, can. The ever changing sand patterns are a view into the changing environment of the coasts and the fluidity of their migrating medium. It is very likely you will be reminded to stop, observe, and enjoy even the simplest forms of nature’s art. The black and white photography looks carefully inside each situation and you will likely view several with a strong emotional response. The subject of love and celebration is studied with an expose’ of romance and connection at its finest. 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 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. 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.
Her black and white work results from a look into multiple life situations, attitudes, and circumstances. Some will make you smile, while others may make you frown. Each has its own meaning, and because we viewers are all individuals, that meaning is ever changing in our minds and hearts.
While the subject of love and connection has been at the forefront of most our thoughts at lease some point in our life, Raquel offers a fresh look at how it can and should be portrayed. For a fresh look at what it means, take a look at an alternative view from behind the lens.
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, more specific contemporary abstract photography, or simply statements reflecting your feelings and attitudes, the images will capture you and compel the gentleness and sometimes pure force of nature.
Expect to be surprised.