Corso Leonello - L'istinto emozionale

"L'Istinto Emozionale" is an abstract work of large size, vertical/horizontal and dynamic, embodying the principles of Abstract Expressionism and Action Painting. The Corsican artist Leonello creates a chromatic and textured explosion, where each brushstroke is a direct, unmediated trace of an emotional experience. The painting is a dense tapestry of pure colors, textures, and chaotic splashes.
Leonello has created this canvas entirely by hand, focusing on the layering and richness of the surface.
Material Preparation The base was prepared with plaster, not only as a primer but also as a structural element. The plaster is applied thickly and irregularly, providing a three-dimensional surface on which subsequent pigments can adhere or slide, emphasizing the tactile aspect of the work.
Professional acrylic colors were used for their high saturation and quick drying time, allowing the artist to quickly layer thick coats of color without them fully blending. The palette is extremely wide and vibrant, including neon tones (yellow, green), intense primaries (red, blue), and metallic touches (gold/bronze), which create depth and points of light.
The execution is gestural: the color was applied not only with a brush but also through splattering and quick spatulas, as demonstrated by the black drops that punctuate the entire surface.
The painting is composed of successive, visible layers (white, mint green, beige, bright red), which give a sense of history and depth.
The artwork is finished with a professional glossy varnish. This final layer not only protects the rich textured layers but also dramatically enhances the brilliance and intensity of each individual color, making the canvas almost reflective and amplifying the overall visual energy.
The composition is frenetic and lacks a single focal point, inviting the eye to dance across the entire surface, captivated by chromatic contrasts and variations in texture.
"The Emotional Instinct" represents the strength and complexity of an inner feeling expressed without filters. The canvas is not just a support but a battleground or a diary where Leonello has deposited his energy, allowing the materiality of chalk and the brilliance of acrylics to merge into an abstract and powerful story.
Signed and dated on the back by the artist to guarantee its uniqueness.