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Ryan Gianelloni
from APERO | Land | August 2020
by APERO
Honorable Mention
Ryan Gianelloni
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Tectonic | 2020 Bronze Leaf over Dark Green Acrylic with Plaster, Wood and Concrete $1,250 | 17.25 x 3 x 3 in
Ryan Gianelloni ryangianelloni@gmail.com yangianelloni.com
About
Ryan Gianelloni, 2010 graduate of the University of New Orleans BFA program, utilizes both natural and found objects to bring texture and depth to otherwise flat surfaces. Often, these objects are inclusive of bamboo, string, and other collected materials. He then finishes the work experimenting with metal leaf. He is currently the apprentice and assistant of George Dunbar in Slidell, LA. Gianelloni states, “Nature plays a big role in what makes my creativity flow,” he also says, “It’s difficult to put a label on my work. I feel it is continually evolving and I am constantly pulling from all disciplines.” Most recently, Gianelloni’s work was part of the annual Artfields Competition in Lake City, SC.
Curator Review Tectonic
Although this surreal sculpture stays true to the discourse of its construction, its wisped grooves and naturalistically hewn edges, speaks of the sedimentary and organic. In this engaging work artist Ryan Gianelloni has created a curious exchange of contrasts between his materials. This bold and monolithic piece with its dynamic composition and deliberate silhouette, most certainly draws the mind towards the earth. - E.E. Jacks
Louisiana United States of America
