About
R a c h e l e A m a r a
Born in Padua, Italy
Lives & works in Vancouver, CA
Rachele Ogbunigwe (°2000, Padua, Italy) creates mixed media sculptural paintings revolving around the emphasis of mystical aesthetics while seducing the viewer into a world of ongoing natural essence. Her channelling equilibrium articulates the magical stream embedded within moments of life spent observing the wonders of Mother Nature. Gratifying momentums are depicted that only exist to accentuate concepts of re-birth, mystery and metamorphosis while finding poetic meaning in the observation of the small natural leaving things of the world.
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By applying abstraction, she creates intense personal moments masterfully created in order to lure the viewer’s gaze with captivating boldness and ongoing inquisitiveness. Rachele’s practice is mostly based on the usage of various methods of collage and sculptural techniques by incorporating meticulously detailed and layered designs on top of one another. These materials are significantly relevant as they showcase the power of transforming such inorganic materials into harmonious organic looking works.
Rachele’s pantings rarely reference recognizable form. The results are deconstructed to shift a possible multifaceted interpretation. By contesting the division between the real of folklore and reality, her focus represents the journey of observation through the lens of what nature and its connections mean to the artist. Considering the love for things that most of the time pass for unobserved and being grateful for the glorious essence of Mother Nature. Her projects showcase the great value and power of the small creatures of the world while glorifying the beauty of their imperfections.