Head of a Youth, 2024

Inspired by the vivid hues of frescoes and the weathered surfaces of ancient sculptures, I use colour, texture, and gesture, to create contemporary reinterpretations of historical European artworks. In doing this, I hope to unearth a deeper connec...

Inspired by the vivid hues of frescoes and the weathered surfaces of ancient sculptures, I use colour, texture, and gesture, to create contemporary reinterpretations of historical European artworks. In doing this, I hope to unearth a deeper connection to my Italian roots, engage viewers on both, visceral and intellectual levels, as well as, provoke audiences to contemplate ubiquitous psychological themes. This particular piece was inspired by a collection of ancient Roman sculptures I found at the MET, from around 1st century AD.