106. Willibrord by Domstad Rudie

About "106. Willibrord"

by Domstad Rudie

About the artwork

Under a brilliant blue, cloudless sky, the stylised image of Willibrord takes centre stage in this digital artwork. The figure is seated on a powerful horse, both rendered in clean, simplified lines and planes, with a subtle metallic sheen emphasising the modern nature of the sculpture. Willibrord holds up a scale model of a church, symbolic of his missionary work, while the horse seems to move proudly and energetically, as if it has just come to a halt.
The statue stands on a sturdy plinth of natural stone, on which the name "Willibrord" is carved in clear, capital letters. The plinth casts a short, sharp shadow on the ground, matching the bright sunlight illuminating the scene.
To the left behind the statue, the imposing St John's Church rises, bathed in sunlight. The contours of the church are detailed but not photographically exact, with emphasis on the tall windows and distinctive tower that stand out sharply against the clear sky. The light plays across the walls and creates glossy highlights on the natural stone, making the historic structure look alive.
To the right in the background are some other buildings, slightly simpler and less emphatically rendered, as if to leave the stage to the church and the image. These buildings add context without distracting attention from the main figures. No people are visible, which enhances the monumental character of the scene and leaves room for reflection on Willibrord's significance.

Address: Janskerkhof, Utrecht

Digital artwork after own photo

Finished on: 25-11-2022