"Luz de Luna"

Step into a world of nocturnal elegance with "Luz de Luna" (Moonlight), a striking original work by Cuban master Roger Ayala. This piece distinguishes itself with a deeper, more dramatic palette, capturing the mysterious beauty of the night.

The painting features a captivating female portrait set against a background of rich chocolate browns and muted earth tones. Ayala’s signature "split-face" technique is used effectively here to suggest the play of shadows and moonbeams across the subject’s features. Her gaze is tilted and introspective, evoking the quiet solitude of the midnight hour.

The composition is illuminated by stark white accents that pierce the darkness: a single white flower adorning her hair and two large, luminescent white butterflies hovering near her neck. These elements act as visual metaphors for the moonlight itself—pure, guiding, and transformative. Two small yellow birds rest on her shoulders, adding a touch of warmth and life to this serene, atmospheric scene.

The Artist: Roger Ayala (b. 1950)

A graduate of the Provincial School of Plastic Arts in Pinar del Río, Cuba, Roger Ayala has built a career on exploring the relationship between humanity and nature. His "split-face" technique—often used to show duality—is used here with great subtlety to highlight the shift between the outer world and inner thought. His works are officially recognized by the Fondo de Bienes Culturales and are treasured in international private collections.

Key Features

• Artist: Roger Ayala (Cuba)

• Title: Luz de Luna (Moonlight)

• Year: 2025

• Dimensions: 23 x 14 inches

• Style: Figurative Expressionism / Surrealism

• Palette: Deep Browns, Earth Tones, Stark White, Yellow Accents

• Motifs: White Butterflies, Moon-like Flower, Nocturnal Atmosphere

Collector’s Note

"Luz de Luna" is a study in contrast. The brilliant white elements against the dark background create a "quiet luminescence," making this piece a perfect focal point for spaces that require a touch of mystery and sophistication.