A Pause in the Garage

Artist: Diana Quilarque
Year: 2025
Medium: Watercolor on paper
Dimensions: 9 x 12 in
Availability: Available
Frame: Included (Choose from two framing options)

Unlocking Serenity: The Story at the Heart of My Art

This painting captures a quiet moment in a humble garage, where the cat enters, drawn to the stillness of the space. The garage door is lifted, offering a glimpse of the world outside, but the scene remains undefined. The focus is on the pause—the simple, fleeting moments we often overlook.

The challenge in this piece was capturing the essence of that pause: the reflection of light on the wet floor, the movement of the cat as it steps inside, and the contrast between the busy, unseen world outside and the stillness within the garage. I used soft brushstrokes and neutral tones—greys, greens, and earthy hues—to bring the quiet energy of this moment to life. The technique invites the viewer to interpret the scene, allowing the beauty of the ordinary to shine through.

I hope this piece encourages you to pause and reflect on the calm, often overlooked moments that surround us.

This piece was created within the Loose & Free Watercolor Workshop with Andy Evanse at the Artifacto School online.