

ABOUT
Antonietta Ballerini re-ignited her passion for art later in life. A self-taught artist based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, Antonietta finds her creative niche in collage and mixed media. Using recycled paper, Antonietta paints unique visual narratives. Her artistic process is personal and spiritual, drawing inspiration from the amalgamation of dreams, inner and outer worlds, and the simplicity of nature. Antonietta's art reflects unconventional perspectives that challenge realism, space, and time, engaging the viewer to connect on many levels.
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ARTIST STATEMENT
“I look at a blank canvas, a pile of books and magazines, scissors, glue, and paint, and feel that playful, childlike sense of wonder all over again. To paint with paper and mixed media feels like discovering parts of an unknown landmark while its entire landscape mysteriously and simultaneously unfolds. My artistic practice begins by allowing the soulful convergent flow of curiosity and experimentation. I fancy the exploration of raw elements and the spontaneous layering and juxtapositions of materials through the interplay of colors and shapes. An intricate fascination arises when designing each piece, and my work is to let it consciously evolve through the senses.”
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“My artwork happens intuitively and organically like a string of magical currents connecting to a higher grid; each piece manifests itself."