My Deer

This piece is a vibrant exploration of color and emotion. I wanted to break away from realism and create something that captures the energy and raw presence of a deer, but through bold, expressive hues.
The intense blues, reds, and oranges are meant to evoke a sense of strength and vibrancy, while the abstract brushstrokes bring a sense of movement and life.
My trip to Nara, Japan, inspired this pop art and abstract expressionism artwork, in which I used color to convey a louder message than form.

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MonaLisa Gioco is an artist whose Italian heritage and family roots in creativity have shaped her distinctive voice. Growing up surrounded by art, she discovered a lifelong passion for drawing.

Though she studied graphic design, hand-drawn expression captured her heart. After time in the tourism industry, she returned to art with renewed purpose, inspired by the people, animals, and cultures she encountered during her travels, including several years in Italy.

Her work spans delicate pencil sketches to dynamic watercolors and acrylics, with a focus on portraits and animals. Fascinated by the expressive power of the eyes, she blends realism with emotive sensitivity, inviting viewers to connect with the story behind each piece.

MonaLisa lives on the Gold Coast, where she continues to exhibit and draw inspiration from her surroundings.