Vittorio Brodmann’s art pulses with a vibrant tension between expressive figuration and surreal abstraction, using humor and exaggerated gestures to delve into identity, perception, and the absurd quirks of human nature. His vivid, often distorted anthropomorphic figures inhabit scenes that feel both familiar and unsettling—engaged in everyday yet dysfunctional acts that challenge how we see the body and psyche, inviting viewers to question the boundaries between reality and imagination. Brodmann's work draws from a diverse range of influences, including comic strips, slapstick humor, and surrealist automatism, blending elements of popular culture with art historical references. This fusion creates a visual language that is both playful and unsettling, inviting viewers to confront the complexities of human experience through a lens of absurdity and exaggeration. In recent years, Brodmann has expanded his practice to include larger canvases, allowing for more expansive compositions that maintain the intimate and expressive qualities of his earlier works. Through this evolution, he continues to push the boundaries of figurative painting, engaging with contemporary concerns while maintaining a distinctive and personal artistic voice. ...
