Modest & Furious

Lives and works in Fano, Province of Pesaro and Urbino, Italy

Artist statement

In my artistic practice, I delve into the intricate languages of memory, exploring the captivating processes of memory creation, storage, and retrieval within the depths of our minds. I am particularly fascinated by the mechanisms that allow certain memories to be suppressed by our conscious will or repressed through the mysterious pathways of our unconscious world. Through my work, I aim to investigate the multifaceted nature of memory. I am intrigued by how memories, stored on the shelves of our minds, undergo distortion over time, with fragments lost and distinct portions intermingling to give birth to new amalgamations. I contemplate how the passage of time decomposes certain memories while rigidly preserving others. Collective memory, the remembrance of others, also holds a significant place in my exploration. I seek to understand how the memories of those around us can influence and shape our own recollections, forming intricate connections and overlapping narratives. Given that writing serves as a vessel for memory, I am drawn to exploring the inherent possibilities embedded within writing systems to impact our remembrance. I am captivated by the codes and languages employed in automated environments, as they carry profound implications for the way we perceive and retain information. Moreover, I find myself deeply intrigued by the concept of written systems exclusively tailored for machines. This subject serves as an additional source of contemplation in my artistic...

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