“There were so much to say. I needed to paint.”

«States of Mind» is a powerful and thought-provoking collection that captures the essence of the artist's emotional journey and offers viewers a chance to engage with a range of emotions within the context of a pandemic and the broader human experience.

The dichotomous effervescence described, straddling melancholy and optimism, romanticism and isolation, despair and enlightenment, adds complexity to the emotional landscape depicted in the collection. This juxtaposition of opposites may reflect the tumultuous nature of the times and the human experience during a pandemic.

Influenced by Arthur Rimbaud's poetry, the fusion of visual art and poetry adds a rich layer to the expression of emotions, creating a multidimensional experience for the audience. The use of titles like "Somber Azure" and "Ember of Satin" suggests a poetic and sensual approach to naming the pieces, which likely modernizes and feminizes the overall atmosphere and the language of abstraction. This approach likely contributes to a unique and contemporary interpretation of emotional expression through art.

STATES OF MIND

Amoroso Gallery
Venice, California. U.S.A.

(OCT. 2021)

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