FRANCESCO CAMPONOVO

Constructive Art and Geometric Abstraction

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Francesco Camponovo

Constructive Art and
Geometric Abstraction

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 THE ARTISTIC POTENTIAL OF LINES

In my work with lines I have focused on using line segments, which I call BROKEN LINES, to achieve a new artistic quality of expression, ranging from minimalistic to more complex compositions.

A line segment drawn from edge to edge of the canvas, represents a pure form of minimalistic expression. The combination of several segments can be employed to create rhythms, cadences, planes and perspectives. All these elements can be used simultaneously thus multiplying the possibility for artistic expression.

To enhance dynamic in paintings, I often utilise the Fibonacci sequence and its permutations to establish rhythmic patterns, while for a more serene expression, I rely on evenly spaced cadences.

In a series dedicated to the square, I pursued a minimalistic approach close to drawing. To this end, I reduced the square to its outline, deconstructed it, and then reassembled it using Broken Lines, thus creating a unique artistic expression. In the MIXED MEDIA section, you can explore more work related to squares with other types of Broken Lines.

One captivating visual effect that can be used for artistic expression emerges when lines are intentionally interrupted and then continued, leaving a gap. This type of Broken Line enhances paintings by creating virtual textures and making the background colour appear brighter at the break point. These subtle but intriguing effects enrich the paintings and engage the attentive viewer.

An alternative narrative of an assemblage of Broken Lines is presented in the section BEYOND.

In my work with lines I have focused on using line segments, which I call BROKEN LINES, to achieve a new artistic quality of expression, ranging from minimalistic to more complex compositions. A line segment drawn from edge to edge of the canvas, represents a pure form of minimalistic expression. The combination of several segments can be employed to create rhythms, cadences, planes and perspectives. All these elements can be used simultaneously thus multiplying the possibility for artistic expression.

Explore the BEYOND section to discover an alternative narrative presented through an assemblage of Broken Lines paintings.

BROKEN LINES

White and orange lines with black background
Diptych with black and white lines on gray and yellow backgrounds
Diptych with blue lines on black backgrounds
Orange zigzag line with Fibonacci rhythm on a whitish background
Orange zigzag line with Fibonacci rhythm on a black background
White and red lines with black background
A broken white line building a square on black background
Two broken white lines building a square on black background
Three concentric squares constructed with broken lines in the colors of the rainbow on a black background
Three concentric squares constructed with broken lines in the colors of the rainbow on a black background
Etching on paper with broken lines and virtual white squares at the point of beakage
Broken lines that create virtual squares on a white background at the location of the beaks
Broken lines that create virtual squares on a dark grey background at the at the points of break
Broken lines that create virtual squares on a medium dark grey background at the points of break
Broken lines that create virtual squares on a medium light grey background at the points of break
Broken lines that create virtual squares on a light grey background at the points of break
Three paintings of the series Broken Lines presented at Zavodny Gallery in Mikulov CZ
Minimalistic painting with broken lines on a white background in a rhythmic pattern based on the Fibonacci sequence
Minimalistic painting with broken lines on a white background in a rhythmic pattern based on the Fibonacci sequence
Minimalistic painting with broken lines on a white background in a rhythmic pattern based on the Fibonacci sequence