The picture, taken at the Alhambra in Granada, offers a fascinating window into both the past and the present. The image focuses on a beautiful window framed by intricate Moorish designs, characteristic of the Renaissance style. The ornate patterns and geometric figures carved into the stone are a silent witness to the skilled hands and artistic eye of artisans of yesteryear.
Outside this window unfolds a breathtaking view of the city of Granada, a vibrant mishmash of history and modernity, sandwiched between lush greenery and vast blue skies. The light entering from this window is almost tangible, as if it fills the space with the energy and life of the city beyond.
A special feature of the picture is the reflection of this light on the floor, which spreads a soft glow that gives the room an ethereal quality. At the top of the window are four smaller openings, functioning as vents, a subtle reminder of the thoughtful and practical design elements of this historic architecture.
In summary, this picture is more than a simple image. It is an atmospheric blending of history, art, architecture and light, which together create an enchanting image that captures the essence of the Alhambra in Granada.
As a young boy, I sat on my bed listening intently to the stories my father told about the Dalamicio family. Soon this became the name under which I have been making my photographs since 2015. Starting on safari in Tanzania, I now fly all over the world.. Read more…