Elena Spedale

I am an Italian artist born in 1989 in the province of Milan. Drawing has been part of my life since childhood, becoming a way to explore ideas, emotions, and the complexities of human experience.

I work primarily with realism, but my interest goes beyond the faithful representation of a subject. I am drawn to the relationship between image and meaning, and to the possibility of transforming thoughts, emotions, and concepts into visual forms that express what is often difficult to put into words.

My work is often characterized by a dark, intense atmosphere and meticulous attention to detail. However, I do not limit myself to a single subject, technique, or medium. I enjoy experimenting with different materials and surfaces, allowing the idea behind each work to shape its visual language.

I have worked professionally as a tattoo artist since 2013, an experience that has influenced my approach to composition, contrast, and the expressive potential of black and white.

In 2026, I was awarded second place in the Tattoo Prodigies competition with an artwork created on a banknote. This experience inspired my Dollar Series, a body of work exploring hope, dreams, and the desire to transform a negative reality into a more positive vision...