The painting, created on corrugated cardboard, utilizes the intrinsic texture of the medium to enhance both the visual and tactile impact of the composition. The dominant colors—red, black, and white—create a striking chromatic contrast, with the vibrant red evoking passion and dynamism, while black and white introduce elements of contrast and tension. The use of gold, sparingly applied, adds a touch of elegance and luxury, breaking the monochromatic palette and drawing the eye to specific details.
The tactile, material technique emphasizes the physicality of the work, lending the painting a near-sculptural dimension. This interplay of materials and colors suggests a dialogue between strength and refinement, highlighting the contrast between the roughness of the cardboard and the preciousness of the gold.
The artwork explores the duality between humble and luxurious materials, abstraction and symbolism, inviting the viewer to reflect on the aesthetic and conceptual value of matter in contemporary art.
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/
