Visual Arts
Gina Leonello
ARTIST'S STATEMENT
"Within these bodies of works I have explored textiles as a medium, which was a new concept for me as I was originally a painting major. I have also examined the themes of vandalism (in particular that of paintings), deception, and hidden meaning. That which we first perceive something to be, may not be what it is at all. Through a more careful reading, the true meaning of the pieces may be revealed to the viewer gradually. The viewer may form their own interpretation of the works, rather than having it laid out for them." Gina Leonello, 2005
BIO
Gina Leonello is a recent graduate from the South Australian School of Art where she received a Bachelor of Visual Arts specialising in painting. It is only in the past year that she began her exploration of the use of ribbon as a medium, and embroidery as another means of drawing.
The themes of her work have gradually evolved from the vandalism and destruction of paintings to the world of mistresses and seduction.
Gina Leonello is currently studying honours at the South Australian School of Art
Gina has exhibited as part of Carclew's Fifth Floor project.
