#03406 Angel Planells

The composition presents a surreal juxtaposition of natural and artificial elements within a coastal landscape. The foreground is dominated by two large, anthropomorphic structures resembling eyes, each encased in what appears to be draped fabric atop rectangular pedestals. These eyes are rendered with meticulous detail, their interiors displaying complex arrangements of organic forms – a fleshy pink mass punctuated by a dark, jewel-like element within one and a more chaotic cluster of shapes in the other.
The background establishes a clear sense of depth. A small pool of water reflects the sky, which is filled with voluminous clouds painted with an almost photographic realism. Beyond this pool rise rocky formations, culminating in distant hills or cliffs that define the horizon line. The color palette is vibrant; the blue of the sky and sea contrasts sharply with the earthy tones of the rocks and the pale hues of the eye structures.
The artist’s choice to place these artificial eyes within a natural setting immediately introduces an element of disquiet. They seem both monumental and vulnerable, their presence disrupting the expected tranquility of the coastal scene. The fabric draping them suggests concealment or protection, hinting at a fragility beneath the imposing facade. The jewel-like objects within the eye cavities could be interpreted as symbols of perception, knowledge, or perhaps even hidden desires.
The placement of a single, stylized seashell near the right edge of the composition serves as another point of visual interest. Its form echoes the curves and contours of the eyes, creating an unexpected connection between the organic and the manufactured. The overall effect is one of unsettling beauty – a dreamlike scenario that invites contemplation on themes of observation, representation, and the relationship between humanity and nature. Theres a sense of deliberate artificiality imposed upon a seemingly natural world, prompting questions about the act of seeing and the constructed nature of reality itself.