The Incredible Ocean Statue of Neptune (Poseidon) in Gran Canaria, Spain
On the southern coast of Gran Canaria, at the serene Melenara Beach in Telde, the awe-inspiring statue of Neptune (Poseidon) commands attention.
Created by renowned sculptor Luis Arencibia, this four-meter-tall bronze masterpiece merges mythology with the tranquil beauty of the island’s coastline. Perched on a volcanic rock, Neptune gazes out over the Atlantic, embodying the eternal bond between the sea and its people.
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Mythology
The Art of Scottish Painter Paul Reid
"I’ve tried to depict the pivotal point in the narrative where all the moments before and after can be linked in the mind of the viewer to the action taking place. In a way, trying to capture the essence of the myth in just one scene. In other pieces, the idea has been to find an interesting, new depiction of a myth and make it seem less familiar."
Mythology
The Art of Scottish Painter Paul Reid
"I’ve tried to depict the pivotal point in the narrative where all the moments before and after can be linked in the mind of the viewer to the action taking place. In a way, trying to capture the essence of the myth in just one scene. In other pieces, the idea has been to find an interesting, new depiction of a myth and make it seem less familiar."
