When the Moon Kissed Gaudí’s Masterpiece: A Dance of Imagination

There I was, lost in the vibrant chaos of Barcelona, when I stumbled upon this architectural marvel that felt like it was whispering secrets from another world. Can you feel the energy radiating from it? It’s as if this building, a whimsical creation of Gaudi, is not just a structure but a storyteller, weaving tales under the watchful gaze of a solar eclipse moon. It’s architecture telling us a tale only cities can tell.

This is Gaudi’s House of Bones or Casa Batlló as the locals call it. It’s located on a quiet street in the middle of the city. You would not otherwise recognize it or suspect what’s hiding there. It’s a place the locals call “The Block of Discord” on account of this building and Gaudi’s vision. It looks like a skeleton or a dragon or something organic but architecture that might disrupt the ordinary while hiding in the bushes of suburbia being oh so very organic. Boo!

What you’re seeing here is a delightful blend of abstract forms and organic shapes, all wrapped up in a kaleidoscope of colors. It’s like someone took a box of crayons and let their imagination run wild on the façade. Seriously, who knew architecture could be this playful?

I mean, have you ever looked at a structure and thought, “This could be a character in a story?” I can just picture it now: a quirky little building that dreams of being a tree, swaying in the breeze, with branches that reach out to the clouds. It’s a reminder that even in the concrete jungle, even in the maze of urban architecture, there’s room for a little magic.

This piece, aptly named “The Bedtime Storyteller,” is part of a surreal series I’m doing that captures the essence of dreams and imagination. It makes me think about my travels. How every city I’ve visited has its own personality, its own stories to tell. From the bustling streets of London to the serene landscapes of Iceland, I’ve always found beauty in the unexpected. And isn’t that what art is all about? Finding joy in the details, the quirks, and the moments that make us stop and wonder.

Now, let’s get a little interactive here. If this building could talk, what do you think it would say? Would it share tales of the people who pass by, or perhaps reminisce about the sunsets it has witnessed? I’d love to hear your thoughts!

This is actually a double exposure. The second image? It’s just as unique as the Gaudi architecture. It’s actually the solar eclipse. Because it resembled a fairy tale moon, I picked this image to be the counterpoint to Gaudi’s wild dreamscape.

This image made me think of a bedtime story. A little bit edgy, a little bit wild, a little bit fun, and something you want to dive into but also hide under your bed while you sleep at night. It’s not real but imagination sometimes takes us places where only it can go.

Remember, life is too short to take everything seriously. So, let’s embrace the whimsy, the color, and the joy that art brings into our lives. What’s your favorite piece of abstract art? Share below, and let’s keep this conversation going! 🌈✨

Until next time…

PS For those of you in the Austin area, a reminder that I am participating in the Austin Studio Tour this year. I’m part of the Austin Visual Arts Association show at the Austin ArtSpace gallery. It’s stop number 192 on the tour. I hope you can make it out to see my work. To celebrate the tour, I am giving away a t-shirt featuring this image. Join my VIP list to enter to win the t-shirt.