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I have seen many beautiful squares in Europe over the years and I just found a new one to add to a list of my favorites: La Grand-Place of Mons, Belgium.  In the historic center of the city, this square warmly welcomes visitors and locals alike at any time of the day.  What makes it attractive to me is that it's casual and yet so full of character.  It's so inviting I was drawn to this place whenever I had a few moments to spare during my short stay in Mons.

I made this painting as a public demo at Les Aquarellades, an international watercolor exhibition currently taking place in Mons.  Since the demo was inside the exhibition hall, I used my small sketch and memory from the night before to paint this.  Standing in front of a big crowd, lights and a video camera, I was a little nervous but as soon as I started painting, I felt like I was standing on this cozy square and felt calm.

Thank you, Fabienne Crepeele and Freddy Samain, the very brain and powerhouse behind Les Aquarellades, and their family and volunteers in Mons, Belgium to put together and stage this wonderful watercolor exhibition.  I am truly honored to have been invited to exhibit my works in the show, together with 45 artists from Belgium and other countries.

La Grand-Place, Mons, Belgium II

Media: Original watercolor on paper

Image Size: 18 x 24 inches (45 x 60 cm)

Frame/Mat: No

Purchase: Donated to generous and amazing organizers of Les Aquarellades

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