An audience sitting in anticipation in the open air as night falls. The murmur of voices and chink of glasses as waiters come round with wine and snacks. Smoke fills the air. It is warm and looking up you can see the stars in the sky. Then musicians come on to the stage, a jazz band and the music strikes up and fills the available space. The audience nods along with the music or tap the table. Applause fills the air at the end of every tune.
Looking around you can see everyone is totally captivated by the music and the area feels warm, safe and harmonious.
This digital image builds upon a photograph I took at an open air jazz concert during the Umbria Jazz Festival a few years ago. I remember low lights, a slightly smoky atmosphere in this outside venue and the sound of soft jazz drifting across the night air. All of which I have endeavoured to capture.
Born in the South of England I now live half way up a mountain in Umbria, Italy. I work from my art studio looking out over fabulous views of the Italian countryside. I am so happy to share my artwork with you.
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