PINOCCHIO

Pinocchio – Contemporary Abstract Figurative Painting
Truth, Storytelling, and the Weight of Lies
Pinocchio is a contemporary abstract painting that reimagines the iconic character as a study of truth, deception, and the human tendency to bend reality. The piece focuses on the exaggerated form of the nose—the emblem of lying—transforming it into a striking abstract element that dominates the composition while interacting with the figure and surrounding space.
Through bold shapes, layered textures, and expressive colour, the painting conveys the tension between honesty and falsehood, innocence and experience. The abstraction allows the viewer to interpret the story symbolically: the nose becomes not just a physical feature, but a visual metaphor for exaggeration, consequence, and the narratives we tell ourselves and others.
Pinocchio explores themes of morality, identity, and transformation, emphasizing that truth is as much about perception as fact. The abstraction elevates a familiar tale into a contemporary reflection on human behaviour, playfulness, and the complexity of communication.
Ideal for contemporary collections, creative spaces, or viewers drawn to conceptual figurative art, Pinocchio is both whimsical and thought-provoking. It reminds us that even in exaggeration and storytelling, there is a mirror held up to the self—a reflection of honesty, mischief, and the journey toward understanding.

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My artistic practice balances conceptual thinking with intuition and spontaneity. I begin with an idea or feeling, but I allow each painting to evolve freely through layers of colour, movement, and gesture. Rather than controlling every outcome, I embrace uncertainty and discovery throughout the creative process.
As the work develops, figures and forms often emerge unexpectedly from the layered surface. These appearances are rarely planned and reveal themselves through the interaction of texture, mark-making, and movement. The element of surprise is central to my practice and keeps the process exciting, as each painting unfolds in its own way.
For me, painting is an exploration of what can be uncovered through freedom and experimentation. It is a dialogue between intention and chance, where hidden imagery gradually comes into view and new narratives emerge. Each work becomes a process of discovery, revealing connections and meanings that were not apparent when the painting began.