Inspired by the myth of Babel, Babele (Facades 39) reflects on the possibility of coexistence within contemporary cities. Rather than representing division, the painting explores how diversity can generate new forms of connection. Each building preserves its own identity while contributing to a larger visual rhythm, suggesting that individuality and collective life are not opposing conditions but complementary ones. The repeated facades become metaphors for the many voices that shape urban experience, where difference is not erased but organized into a shared structure. By revisiting the biblical narrative from a contemporary perspective, the work shifts the focus from fragmentation to dialogue, inviting viewers to imagine cities where coexistence is built through balance rather than uniformity.
Created through a meticulous masking process using acrylics on canvas, the work is built layer by layer with precision and patience. Every edge is carefully defined before the next colour is applied, allowing the composition to emerge through repetition, balance, and controlled execution.
