Giuseppe Lo Schiavo, a multidisciplinary artist from Italy. Photo © Courtesy of the artist
Tell us what you do and your beginnings.
As a multidisciplinary artist, my work encompasses a wide range of mediums and techniques, including but not limited to photography, sculpture, installation, video, and digital media. My artistic practice revolves around exploring the relationship between art, science, and technology, with a post-human narrative that merges classical aesthetics with futuristic elements.
I started my journey as an artist by studying architecture in Rome. As I progressed through my studies, I became increasingly interested in exploring the intersection between art and science and started incorporating scientific concepts and techniques into my artworks.
Over time, my artistic practice evolved to include digital media and technology, as I became fascinated with the possibilities of using these tools to create new and innovative forms of art. I also drew inspiration from classical art and architecture, as I sought to create a dialogue between the past and the future.
What does your work aim to say?
Through my art, I aim to communicate a sense of wonder and curiosity about the world, as well as to spark critical thinking and dialogue. I want my viewers to engage with my work on multiple levels, from purely aesthetic to conceptual and intellectual.
One of the key messages that I seek to communicate through my art is the idea that technology is not something that is separate from us, but rather an integral part of our lives and identity as humans. I want to challenge the traditional dichotomy between nature and technology and instead explore the ways in which these two realms intersect and influence each other.
Where do you find inspiration in your art?
I find inspiration in a wide range of sources, and I believe that creativity can be sparked by anything and everything. I find that the world around me is a constant source of inspiration, whether I’m walking down the street, visiting a museum, or browsing through scientific publications.
Could you give us some insight into your creative process?
My creative process is characterized by a sense of exploration and experimentation, as I seek to push the boundaries of what is possible in the world of art and technology. By working digitally and maintaining a remote studio setup I am able to work from everywhere.
My experience working in a scientific research environment has taught me the importance of carefully documenting my ideas and considerations before embarking on any artistic project.
What are your future projects?
I have two exhibitions scheduled to take place by the end of 2023, as well as a couple of major commissions that I am working on. I have just released the project Nike, exhibited at the CAFA Museum in Beijing, an artwork that is conceived as the biggest resolution 3D-based digital artwork ever created.
Interview by Fabio Pariante, journalist / Twitter – Instagram
