Elena Giunco

Welcome, I'm Elena.
I am a contemporary fine artist based in Monza, Italy.
Even though from time to time I paint figurative artworks, I am mostly into creating meaningful storytelling abstract work based on my research, observations and reflections on the development of the modern world and humanity.
My recent work consists of mid-scale and small-scale abstracts on canvas alongside smaller more intricate studies on paper. My aesthetic is mostly made up of dark weighty tones and occasional use of handcrafted collage papers bringing depth and distance to the canvas. I apply shapes, colours, value contrast, texture, the breakup of space, and mark-making as compositional tools to create mystery and intrigue that are designed to engage the viewers' imagination and provoke thoughts as their eyes wander over the canvas.

As an artist, I explore the world through my unique lens (ASD). In my artistic practice, I strive to show the viewer that there exists a Different perception. I seek to highlight not only cultural differences but also neurodiversity.

Painting helps me reveal unexpected facets of reality – those that are difficult and sometimes scary to talk about. When working with visual material, I focus on images of correlations, and...

2022 onwards study Painting under:

Kristina Brilkova
Louise Fletcher
Tim Packer
Sterling Edwards
Upcoming - CVP by Nicholas Wilton

2023 - International Contemporary Art Fair, Paris, France
2023 - Collective show at Van Gogh Art Gallery, Madrid, Spain