This striking sculpture features three elongated, vertical panels, each uniquely textured with a rugged, charred surface reminiscent of burnt wood. The composition showcases an interplay between smoothed and jagged segments, creating a rich tapestry of contrasts. The artist employs monochromatic tones, encouraging the observer to focus on the intricate surfaces. The juxtaposition of light and shadow enhances the tactile quality, inviting viewers to explore the depth and complexity of each panel. The arrangement is both harmonious and dynamic, with subtle linear elements subtly guiding the gaze. This piece exemplifies a masterful use of texture and form, evoking a sense of resilience and transformation. It embodies a minimalist aesthetic while conveying profound emotional resonance, capturing the raw essence of natural elements reshaped by external forces.
Bark and Reliefes, 2018. Sculpture
Bark and Reliefs, 2018
From the series Reliefs
Aquaresin and Pigment Wall Sculptures
Overall size: 79 H x 33 W in.
Individual Size:
(Bark) 79 H x 16.5 W in.
(Reliefs) 79 H x 8.3 W in. each
After graduating from university in Argentina, with a background in economy, Carla Gimbatti began working with disadvantaged women and children, many of whom were living on the streets. While volunteering in a project that used art therapy, she was inspired by the power of art to help express, achieve and heal. She attended Photography, Painting and Sculpture workshops in Buenos Aires that allowed her to start a new path. After moving to New York, Gimbatti studied at the Art Students League in New York. She then participated in a Painting Certificate Program at the New York Studio School from 2016-2017.Her Sculptural work is a result of her fascination with Nature and experimentation with materials. She collaborates with communities that unite art and social work. Villa 20 de Lugano and Comunidad Guaraní Jasy Porã. She lives between Buenos Aires and the Jungle of Misiones Argentina.
