Paola Fontana
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Paola Fontana

I love to illustrate poems, quotes, and little stories through the boundaries of the visible.

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About Paola

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Paola Fontana is a self-taught illustrator who finds her primary inspiration in the written word, translating poems, quotes, and short narratives into visual forms. Working with a tactile range of acrylic paints, colored pencils, markers, and ink, she creates pieces that bridge the gap between literature and the visual arts. Currently living and working in Italy, her practice is rooted in a deep appreciation for the small stories that shape our understanding of the world. Her background as an Argentine visual artist and curator informs a sophisticated approach to composition and meaning. With a degree in Arts and Cultural Management from the Universidad Nacional de Tres de Febrero, Fontana has exhibited her work across Argentina, Bolivia, and Germany. Her professional history, including her work with historical archives and international curatorial intensives, allows her to explore the delicate boundaries of the visible and the intricate relationship between language and sensory perception.

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Fontana’s aesthetic is defined by a mixed-media approach that merges the precision of pen and ink with the fluid textures of acrylics and markers. Her work focuses on the intersection of language and sensory perception, often manifesting as narrative illustrations that explore the boundaries of what is visible.
Mixed Media IllustrationNarrative ArtSensory PerceptionInk and AcrylicLiterary Themes
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Paola Fontana — questions answered

What mediums does Paola Fontana use in her work?

Fontana utilizes a diverse range of materials including acrylic paints, colored pencils, markers, pen, and ink to create her mixed media illustrations.

Where is the artist based and what is her background?

Originally from Argentina, where she earned a degree in Arts and Cultural Management, Fontana currently lives and works in Italy.

What are the recurring themes in Fontana's art?

Her work frequently interrogates the relationship between language and sensory perception, often using poems, quotes, and short stories as her primary subject matter.

Has Paola Fontana received institutional recognition?

Yes, she has participated in international programs such as the Curatorial Intensive organized by Independent Curators International (ICI) and the Museum of Contemporary Art of Buenos Aires (MACBA).

Where has her work been exhibited?

Fontana has participated in both individual and group exhibitions across Argentina, Bolivia, and Germany.

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