Piazza Maggiore, Bologna

Painted on location in the historic Piazza Maggiore in Bologna, this plein air watercolour captures the dynamic energy and timeless beauty of one of Italy’s most iconic public squares. The domed silhouette of the Basilica di San Petronio rises in the background, while loose, expressive brushstrokes suggest the lively movement of people below. Warm earth tones and dramatic shadows evoke the late afternoon light spilling across the piazza, highlighting the contrast between ancient stone architecture and the ever-changing rhythm of street life. Created as part of my European travel sketch series, this piece reflects the spontaneity and immediacy of working directly from life.

Made on location at the Piazza Maggiore, in Bolgna, Italy.

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