Giovanni Garufi
Giovanni Garufi is a 24 year old multi-Disciplinary artist, originally from Binghamton, NY, and currently based in Manhattan. He ranges in painting, illustration, sculpture, photography, film making, digital works, fashion design, and more. He's obtained a B.S. in Business Administration with a Marketing concentration from Elmira College, and a B.A. in Visual Arts & experimental Media from the university of Mount Saint Vincent.
Composition, aesthetic, and concept are all qualities that Giovanni focuses on when creating work. When focusing on concept, more often than not he will gravitate toward the representation of heightened emotion, intended as a translation of thoughts or feelings. This could be in the form of an interpretation of religious experience, focusing on a single subject and their environment, creating an impression of a pop culture icon, and so on.
He finds himself inspired by art forms ranging from Renaissance work to contemporary art, and various mediums including painting, illustration, digital design, film, fashion, music, and more.
"I view my art as a reflection of my mind; both its conceivable thoughts and it's whimsical qualities. And I hope that when people look at my work they are able to see and feel a bit into my perspectives and emotions, as well as recognize the creativity and emotion in themselves, whether it be aligned with or opposing the messages they feel I am conveying".
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