Sunday with Sophia
About this artwork
Artist Faye Vander Veer paints a fine summer day in Tuscany. Figures emerge onto a sunlit alley making their way about the city. You can almost feel the warmth of the sun as it casts late afternoon shadows, creating a 'halo' effect around the figures, says Faye. I saw this couple while having lunch in Pienza and was captivated by their elegance. There was something so peaceful about them. I love painting figures in backlighting and especially love the light coming through her dress.