The Pilgrim
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Pilgrimage, as an act of religious observance, is as old as religion itself. For Christians, the El Camino is perhaps the best known of all attracting tens of thousands each year to make part or all of the 500 miles of the most popular route. During medieval times, pilgrimages were undertaken for a variety of reasons but perhaps, most frequently, as a form of penance for some dark deed. This painting of a single pilgrim in religious garb enroute to the next destination was intended to reflect something of that dichotomy between darkness and light.
About the Artist
Wib Dawson
For as long as I can remember I've had a passion for creating images through both photography and painting. In recent years, I’ve been especially drawn toward digital painting and have marveled at how closely the technology can now emulate traditional painting media. I particularly enjoy creating…
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