Venice Impression by Sloane Siklos on Zatista.com
Whether you are a night owl or a morning person, the beauty of the evening hours is undeniable. In the dark, commonplace things take on a different character, and nocturnal creatures, including some humans, begin their day as the sun sets.
Lonely Street by Tracy Mewmaw on Zatista.com
Outdoor urban settings that seem bland and uniformly gray by day light up with streetlamps, office windows, and colorful neon signs, as some city streets become deserted and hauntingly lonely while others teem and bustle with new sights and activities.
First Night Alone by Katrina Berg on Zatista.com
Interiors and their occupants also shift their moods and can vary from serene to lively. Sounds become more intense in the silence, and thoughts flow freely in solitude. For some, night time is about dreams, sleep, and a quiet retreat from the world; for others it means an escape into society and a world of various amusements and entertainment.
Lite Brite by Jeremy McKane on Zatista.com
Meantime, in the country, open landscapes offer a spectacular and unobstructed view of the night sky with its always changing configurations of moon and stars. At night, free of the distractions of daily life, many make use of the opportunity to feel more connected to the natural world.
Evening Glow by Jean Lurssen on Zatista.com
Countless artists have depicted nocturnal scenes in styles, themes, and moods to suit every taste. It is a subject that seems inexhaustible in its possibilities and popularity. Bringing a little bit of night life into your home in the form of an original artwork is a wonderful way to keep that spirit alive and always available to enjoy. What does the night mean to you? See if you can find something familiar and appealing among the selections here on Zatista.
Brian Sylvester is a guest blogger on WallSpin, and an artist on Zatista.
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I am not sure if this is an appropriate common for this, as a career Artist, am I the only one who believes that some of our best works are created in the wee hours. Not necessarily the topic or subject of night, just in general. I mostly prefer working at night, but then it throws you off. I think this is a message Dali was sending with his melted clocks. Time is manmade.
Dennis,
Your comment is very appropriate and relevant!
I am a career artist as well, and most of my posts are written from the perspective of a painter. I find that periods of change, such as dusk or dawn, are the most electric when it comes to creating. Nighttime is a great time to work, because it’s quiet and still, and more often than not, allows for deep thought and revelations in the painting process.
Thank you for stopping by and sharing your thoughts.
Brian