Pastel blue staircase with turquoise doors, Morocco

by Monique Tekstra-van Lochem

A narrow pastel-blue staircase winds its way upwards between the distinctive blue-painted walls of Chefchaouen, the famous blue city in northern Morocco. On either side of the alleyway are small doorways, whilst at the top of the stairs a soft turquoise door beneath an elegant arch catches the eye.

This striking architectural photograph consists almost entirely of shades of blue. From pale powder blue and soft lavender blue to bright turquoise and deep cobalt blue. The rough, irregular walls and the rounded stone steps lend the image an authentic, almost painterly texture.

Chefchaouen is situated in the Rif Mountains and is renowned for its blue-painted medina, winding alleyways and traditional Moroccan architecture. The narrow staircases and hidden passageways make the town a remarkable interplay of colour, form and light.

The muted colour palette and the absence of people give this photograph a serene, almost minimalist feel. The staircase draws the eye upwards, lending the composition depth and a sense of tranquillity.

As wall art, this pastel-blue travel photograph fits beautifully into a light, Scandinavian, Mediterranean or modern interior. The soft shades of blue combine beautifully with white, beige, sandy colours and natural woods. An atmospheric piece of art for lovers of pastel colours, blue wall art, Moroccan architecture and tranquil travel photography.