Afternoon Crossings - Stylised Cuba

Rendered in bold, painterly blocks, Afternoon Crossings captures the gentle choreography of a typical Cuban street — a visual rhythm of everyday interactions and understated movement. A man pushes a bicycle while a young boy rides perched on the frame, barefoot and unhurried. On the corner, two women laugh in conversation, their postures relaxed and familiar. In the distance, other figures drift along the sunlit road, balancing the composition with a quiet hum of life.

This stylised version distils the moment into colour and form - simplified, yet rich with meaning. Soft shadows blend with subtle architectural textures, while the saturated blue of the man’s towel becomes the visual anchor, pulling you into the scene.

Original photography by Ian Livesey