What is sol y sonbra?

Sol y sombra is a Spanish term that literally translates to "sun and shade." It is often used to describe the shaded area one experiences when sitting outdoors on a sunny day, with the sun shining on one side and shade on the other. In the context of bullfighting, sol y sombra refers to the sunny and shaded sides of the bullring, with the sunny side being reserved for the more enthusiastic and exuberant fans while the shaded side is more reserved. The term is also used in the art world to describe the interplay of light and shade in a painting or other work of art.