lARTama - ANCESTRA
Cliff of Rust is a work that draws its power from the forgotten landscapes of the ocean depths. The painting, created with rough, determined strokes, captures the rugged beauty of the cliff in shades of rust orange, deep blue and turquoise, like a keel at the bottom of the sea that carries with it the stories of times past.
The painting gave birth to the ANCESTRA collection, a tribute to one's ancestors and deep roots.
The painting process was intense and physical: I used, among other things, an iron nozzle, spatulas and other masonry tools to create a rough surface, added fine sand to add texture, and scratched and scraped layers, revealing the surface's wear and depth.
Ancestra is a testament to its roots and to the question: Are we guided by the whispers of our ancestors, and can we listen to them? What else can connect us to the past and the present but their presence, a bridge between times? The depth of our own roots and the power of our cultural heritage are reflected in strong tones and raw textures, combining the wisdom of the past and the search for the present.