From a golden medieval facade of a Siena
Church to the crumbling walls of a Chianti farmhouse, the essence
of centuries old crusty brick, mortar and stucco was captured by utilizing
three different "out of the can"latex materials to replicate
the look and feel of distressed masonry. A multi-color glaze application
augments the faux texture by creating the illusion of the layering
of time. Painted details of cracks and breaking
mortar add to the effect.
A hand lettered "La Cucina"
welcomes you into the kitchen from the foyer while handpainted vines
add a splash of color to contrast with the neutral tones of the wall
surface.
The featured element is an arched opening
above the sink. Using the same
radius as the cabinetry, a one-point linear perspective opening creates
a trompe l'oeil (fool-the-eye) illusion of dimension on the flat surface.
Highlights and shadow were incorporated to add the feel of reality
by
illuminating the sill in soft sunlight. The handpainted landscape
is a
composite of typical elements found to the region South of Florence.
Rolling vineyards, timeless architecture, towering cedars, and a wispy
summer sky
provide a tranquil view through the faux window
