5 February - 22 February 2020
Opening: 6 February 2020, 6.30 - 8.30pm
Driven by a never-ending creative passion, Nunzio Miano’s quest of identity and self-discovery is insatiable. From an early age, Nunzio has been fascinated with identity, belonging, rejection and acceptance. As the son of Sicilian immigrants, living a dual existence in Australian suburbia became the norm. His rich Sicilian heritage juxtaposes with a life in suburban Australia.
Nunzio uses his art as a form of self discovery, taking a deep dive into his personal journey, reflecting on his rich cultural heritage and upbringing. His work explores the idea of identity and, in particular, the facade that we use in society to mask our inner sensitivities and insecurities.
His work contrasts vibrant colours and brushstrokes with darker monochromatic tones. Ranging from figurative to abstract, brightly coloured and expressive works contrast with dark and melancholy pieces exploring distortion and emotion. Focusing mainly on abstract portraiture, his subject matter deals with themes of identity, emotion and belonging. His rich cultural background provides a constant source of inspiration, drawing on Sicilian history and themes.