the coffee. Lisbon

Ritual of morning coffee

Oil on canvas board, 32 x 32 x 2cm framed

My boyfriend struggles to survive without his morning coffee. It is a necessity that I do not share, but I appreciate the human nature of this ritual. There is something special to him about it. The routine of getting up everyday, going to his favourite coffee shop, getting a coffee and reading his book.  Even when we are away from home, he still wants to follow this ritual of getting up and out for a coffee. I wanted to capture that moment. 

The coffee was pale yellow, very in with the bright Lisbon colours. When taking photos of the moment, I managed to catch a shot with the barista in this pose, which makes her look like she is in utter despair. I thought it really added to the moment: the dichotomy of someone completing their peaceful morning routine vs the worker trying to keep up with all the orders.

The ritual of coffee and the exasperation of a barista.