Artist
Alice Zanin is a self-taught artist who has found her voice through the exploration of sculpture and papier-mâché. Her expressive research has evolved over time, beginning with painting and later focusing on papier-mâché—a material that allows her to freely express her creativity without limits. Her works are characterized by meticulous attention to detail, creating a magical and surreal relationship with the viewer.
Works
Alice Zanin’s sculptures are distinguished by the representation of light, stylized animals. The artist succeeds in giving her subjects an almost ethereal dimension, as if they were weightless and lacking a clearly defined form. This artistic choice reflects not only an aesthetic vision but also a deeper meaning: lightness as a symbol of freedom and transformation. The animals become metaphors for the human condition—fragile yet powerful in their essence.
Rouage #26
Rouage #26 depicts a scarlet ibis in flight, recognizable by its elegant silhouette and its intense red/coral coloration. The choice of this bird, a symbol of grace and vital strength, enhances the sense of movement and suspension that defines the work. The figure appears to glide effortlessly through space, as if captured in a moment of perfect balance between momentum and lightness. The flight of the ibis becomes a metaphor for transformation and freedom, while the vibrant color evokes energy, passion, and vitality. The papier-mâché, shaped with care and sensitivity, contributes to an ethereal, almost fragile perception that contrasts with the strong symbolic presence of the subject.
Conclusion – Rouage #26
With Rouage #26, Alice Zanin once again explores the theme of lightness as an expression of inner freedom. The scarlet ibis becomes a poetic figure, suspended between matter and air, capable of evoking deep and universal emotions. The work invites the viewer to reflect on the desire for elevation and on the delicate balance between fragility and power that connects the natural world with the human one.