Francesca Bertani

School of the Art Institute of Chicago

 

 

 

Tra, State of in Between, 2024, oil on canvas, 35.25 x 27.5 inches

 

As a painter, I explore femininity and the profound narrative of being a woman navigating the complexities of familial heritage and life’s adversities. My work blends classical elegance and modern vibrancy to reflect tension. Central to my practice is Tra– a piece showcasing my body cemented to a moment while my mind escapes through dissociation, confronting the trauma of sexual assault with unflinching honesty.

 

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