The Street Bar in Havana Afternoon, 2020, Oil on Canvas

In Cuba, there is a huge difference from the perfection of Europe. Cuba’s time seems to pause  after its glory. There are giant European-style buildings left by the colonists, while in such as mess. The people’s lives are very poor, but all kinds of bright and true colors are boldly used. People are hard to move for the excitement when seeing the mural-ish color. The dive bars and the lazy afternoon contrast with the strong light. The faces under the red tarpaulin are all black, but only the feets are visible. The painter highlighted the atmosphere of interest.