Switzerland’s 5 Pieces contemporary art gallery has unveiled Federico Lombardo’s sketches to the public, an incredible experiment in deception.
Federico Lombardo’s mixture of painting with drawing appears at first glance to be a representation of beautiful women. Blonde and brunette illustrations capture women of various ages with bare shoulders and elongated necks, a seductive and daring choice. However, allure and beauty are only some of the themes upon which these images stand.
The Lombardo series addresses the issue of deceit. Although the women all appear to be docile if not angelic beings, they speak to the fact that appearances often hide deep and dark secrets. Perceptive purity may be solely perceptive and far from real, which is why these faces are supposed to be interpreted as maps. According to Federico Lombardo, the deconstruction of these maps will reveal untold emotion.
Deceptive Map-Like Portraits
The Federico Lombardo Series Addresses the Problems With Appearance
Trend Themes
1. Deceptive Portraits - Opportunity for artists to explore the concept of appearance and its hidden meanings in their artwork.
2. Mixing Painting and Drawing - Innovation opportunity to combine different artistic mediums to create visually intriguing pieces.
3. Interpretive Art - A trend of creating artwork that encourages viewers to interpret and uncover hidden emotions.
Industry Implications
1. Art Galleries - The art gallery industry can showcase and promote deceptive portraits and other innovative artwork.
2. Fine Art - An industry that can adopt and embrace the trend of mixing painting and drawing in their artworks.
3. Art Education - Opportunity for art educators to explore the concept of interpretive art and teach students how to create thought-provoking pieces.