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Continue reading →: Watercolor Painting: El EucaliptoWatercolor study of a eucalyptus tree in filtered light. An exploration of greens, textures, and color balance painted by Juan Anelo on Sennelier paper using Schmincke Horadam watercolors. A quiet practice in light and process.
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Continue reading →: Exhibition: “Rincones de luz y color” at ERA Art Gallery, San FernandoFirst solo watercolor exhibition by Juan Anelo, titled “Corners of Light and Color”, held at ERA Art Gallery in San Fernando, Cádiz. A personal journey through southern Spanish landscapes, light, and memory—featuring recent works, a recorded opening talk, and photo highlights from the event.
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Continue reading →: Watercolor Painting: «Puente Lavaera» after the stormWatercolor painting of Puente Lavaera in San Fernando, Spain. A moody autumn scene capturing the calm after a storm, with reflections, earthy tones, and atmospheric blues in the salt marshes.
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Continue reading →: Watercolor Painting: El BartoloWatercolor painting of El Bartolo, a beach restaurant in La Casería, San Fernando. A high-contrast coastal scene capturing the rustic charm, midday light, and atmosphere of Cádiz Bay.
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Continue reading →: Watercolor Painting: La Punta del BoquerónWatercolor landscape of La Punta del Boquerón in San Fernando, Spain. A peaceful coastal scene depicting historic dunes, a 17th-century fortress, and the natural beauty of the Andalusian coastline.
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Continue reading →: Watercolor Painting: Cowboys and IndiansWatercolor painting combining childhood nostalgia, Western movie landscapes, and retro toy figures in a surreal, retro-futuristic scene. A personal visual narrative of imagination and memory.
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Continue reading →: Watercolor Painting: View of Lynch Lane in GibraltarA watercolor view of Lynch Lane in Gibraltar, where light and shadow play across a steep, narrow alleyway in early spring.
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Continue reading →: Watercolor Painting: The Fastnet Rock Lighthouse, Ireland.A watercolor painting of the Fastnet Rock Lighthouse in Ireland, exploring contrasts between warm and cool tones, compositional balance, and coastal atmosphere. Includes preliminary sketch and tonal study.
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Continue reading →: Watercolor Painting: The Angry Friar, GibraltarCapturing a Gibraltar Landmark with Perspective and Restraint This painting depicts one of the oldest and most iconic pubs in Gibraltar — The Angry Friar, located right in front of the Governor’s Convent. I took the reference photo myself, which is always an advantage: I was able to think about composition…
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Continue reading →: Watercolor Painting: Midday somewhere in GibraltarA minimalist watercolor scene of a whitewashed house in Gibraltar, painted with a reduced palette and a strong focus on light and depth.
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I’m Juan Anelo, a watercolor artist passionate about capturing light and color. Here you’ll find a selection of my works, insights into my creative process, and upcoming exhibitions.
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