On Art and the Sublime



Monday, October 1, 2012

Siena

I had a realisation of the sublime during my trip to Siena. This scene simply captivated me. Totally unexpected. I do not know what Siena is about. I walked up along a hill totally unaware of what to expect and suddenly this view appeared before my eye. The timing couldn't be more perfect; shadowy dusk with all the shades of brown. It was quiet with no tourists. I came to realise how important the perfect moment is. Also beauty is even more so when untainted by expectation.

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