BRING THE drama

I was born in Uruguay and live there now, but London remains one of my favourite cities to visit – and, of course, to paint.

I feel so inspired by London’s architecture; it is home to some of the most beautiful buildings on the planet, both old and new, which make walking around the city an awe-inspiring experience.

The Palace Theatre, with its red-brick façade, is so beautiful and monumental, dominating the busy pedestrianised intersection of Cambridge Circus in London’s West End. As a subject, it had great energy – the light was hitting the building from the side, making it so striking and inviting to paint.

I took several photos to use as a reference back in the studio. I was keen to portray the busy atmosphere and the energy of so many people walking around, enjoying a beautiful day in the British capital.

In a busy scene it is