letizia Bertaggia - Dante inferno Caronte

Letizia Bertaggia（2001年生）は、イタリア系ドミニカのビジュアルアーティストです。父方の祖母の影響で子供の頃から drawing に親しみ、絵画の中に内面的かつ不可欠な表現の形を見出しました。十八歳のとき、双極性障害と境界性パーソナリティ障害の診断を受けたことと、同時にゴシックとメタルのサブカルチャーを発見したことが、彼女の人生と芸術的探求における重要な転機となりました。ダークな美学とメタルのサウンドは、心の複雑さに形と色を与える避難所と語彙を提供し、絵画を救済、浄化、深い内面探究の道具へと変えました。

oil painting on canvas about mental illnesses especially bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder I also treat eating disorders using the body and how the mind reflects on it

This striking oil painting on canvas delves into the profound complexities of mental health, offering a contemplative exploration of conditions such as bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and eating disorders. The artist masterfully uses the human form as a vehicle to express how the mind's struggles are physically manifested, creating a deeply evocative portrait. The interplay of black and white tones, reminiscent of a skeleton, adds a powerful layer of symbolism, touching upon themes of mortality and the fragility of well-being.

Rendered with rich oil paints on a durable canvas, this contemporary piece showcases the artist's skilled hand in capturing nuanced emotional states. The subject matter, the body, becomes a canvas itself, reflecting internal battles and the journey towards healing. This artwork invites viewers to ponder the intricate connection between our physical and mental states, fostering a sense