Laurent Minguet's Cityscapes on Wood

When you think about somewhere that is peaceful and quiet, what do you imagine? Whether it's a quaint countryside, a remote tropical island, or a magnificent Japanese garden, tranquillity is mainly found in natural outdoor environments. Cityscapes, however, can also serve as subject equally as engrossing as their nature-made counterparts. That's how I feel every time I look at Laurent Minguet's work. I find peace in his beautiful urban landscapes.

Wood_City is a collection of monochromatic cityscapes painted on untreated cherry wood, walnut and oak panels. Each of Laurent's pieces exhibits his obvious appetite for visual arts and his undeniable love of the urban jungle. There's a lot to see in his paintings, so make sure you visit his website and Instagram to fully enjoy the scope and detail of it all.

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