The Milan Cathedral, rendered in relief, rises majestically from the scene, its spires and architectural details accentuated by the use of gold leaf. This technique imparts a luminous and precious quality to the cathedral, capturing light in a captivating way and emphasizing its sacredness and grandeur.
The interplay between the realistic background of dawn and the golden relief of the Cathedral creates a dynamic and deeply evocative piece, inviting the viewer to contemplate the beauty and spirituality of Milan’s iconic cathedral bathed in a new and hopeful light.
Patrizia Cognetti
Since 1984, Patrizia Cognetti has pursued art with an innate passion for drawing and painting, working with a wide variety of techniques. At the age of twenty, she illustrated the book The Shroud and the Popes, creating ink portraits of more than thirty popes, from Saint Peter to John Paul II. Her artistic exploration has led her to paint works characterized by vivid, luminous hues.
She is drawn to abstract forms, which allow her to best express emotions, but she also paints skylines and landscapes that have left a lasting impression on her. Her paintings are distinguished by thick, textured brushstrokes and manipulations. Sharp contrasts reflect her confident creativity, driving her to continually explore new directions.
Metallic gold and silver tones play a significant role in her work, along with the balanced integration of various materials that harmonize with her already textured painting style.
Subjects: Abstract forms, urban settings, landscapes, nature, and occasional figurative works.
Techniques: Plaster and gesso with acrylics, inks, varnishes, gold and silver on canvas, wood, cardboard, plexiglass, and composite materials.
Exhibitions:
- Solo Exhibition – Mercallo (VA)
- Group Exhibition – Sesto Calende (VA)
- Luxembourg Art Prize
- Solo Exhibition – Arlate (LC)
- Solo Exhibition – Carvico (BG)
- Group Exhibition on Via Manzoni – Milan
- Group Exhibition “MILART,” MA-EC Gallery – Milan
Website: https://patriziacognetti.it/
