Francesco De Bernardi's drawing "Gianna" features a delicate interplay of muted colors and geometric shapes, creating a composition rich with subtle, layered textures. The artwork depicts an arrangement of abstract objects and figures, combining recognizable elements with more obscure, symbolic entities. De Bernardi employs a thoughtful narrative style, guiding viewers through a web of visual storytelling that mirrors the complexity of human experience. The piece reflects his exploration of self-doubt and perception, interweaving everyday life with fictional narratives to highlight the poetic nuances of identity and emotion. ...
At the heart of Francesco De Bernardi’s practice are narrative systems, which he uses as a structure to weave together everyday experiences and elements of fiction. These systems unfold across sculptures, texts, audio pieces, and drawings, providing a platform to investigate themes of self-doubt, duality, and the subtleties of human perception, often informed by modern literary references.
De Bernardi transforms ordinary situations into micro-narratives that explore the complexity of human experience. Figures, objects, and texts are carefully arranged to create subtle tensions between memory, emotion, and narrative, reflecting both the vulnerability and resilience of individuals.
His work balances melancholy with playfulness, allowing familiar objects, gestures, and textual fragments to acquire new significance. Through this interplay, De Bernardi reveals the poetic potential of everyday life, inviting viewers to engage with the nuances of personal identity, relationships, and perception. ...
