CHIAROSCURO.

The article explores the interplay of light and shadow, particularly in Mediterranean regions like Sicily and Malta, and how this contrast influenced the artistic style known as chiaroscuro, pioneered by the Italian artist Caravaggio. The author reflects on personal experiences of intense sunlight and the human tendency to seek shade, connecting these environmental conditions to the dramatic use of light and darkness in art. The piece also touches on how the natural brightness of the region shapes daily life, tourism, and artistic expression, suggesting that the environment plays a significant role in creative styles.