ALFREDO AYA

In Principio [Beginning], soft, misty grays and muted blues dominate the canvas, creating an ethereal atmosphere that seems to hover between abstraction and subtle form. Faint hints of yellow and pink peek through the clouds of color, suggesting the emergence of light or energy. The diptych format of the painting emphasizes a sense of balance and duality, with a vertical division that feels both structural and natural. The title invites the viewer to consider this piece as a point of origin, where form, light, and movement slowly take shape, evoking a sense of calm anticipation.

This work recalls the atmospheric effects of artists like Odilon Redon, who used soft color transitions to evoke dreamlike spaces, but here, there’s also a quiet geometric presence reminiscent of Richard Diebenkorn’s Ocean Park series. Unlike Hora Amarilla or Somos Luz, where light dominates the surface, Principio feels more introspective, as if something is about to emerge from the fog. The subdued tones and delicate lines create a sense of tranquility, allowing the viewer to meditate on the potential for creation within stillness and subtle movement. This piece brings together Aya’s fascination with light, color, and the delicate balance between form and abstraction.