Goya: A Painter’s Pursuit of Vision and Voice

One January afternoon, near Madrid, scenes from Goya’s life surface—powerful, hard to pin down, and strangely serene. He observes the unfolding moment with a mix of astonishment and resolve, sensing both triumphs and trials in equal measure. The pursuit of drawing remains a demanding, rebellious pursuit, guided by Velázquez’s directions with a rare, almost reverent fascination. A temperament that craves recognition while often standing apart, the artist questions whether he will ever fully belong. Life unfolds as a rapid stream of scenes, alternating between tireless work at the easel and encounters with the era’s most influential figures—politicians, poets, and the striking women who defined Spanish society of their time.