Ludovica Gioscia (British-Italian, b. 1977)
True Blue, 2021
Four color screenprint on stitched layers of acid free tissue paper
20 x 16 in.
Gift of Charlotte and Alan Artus
When selecting my ArtMate, I knew I wanted something with vibrant colors. I planned a few possible options before selecting, but upon seeing True Blue in person, I could immediately envision the piece displayed in my room.
My dorm design features a lot of warm, natural colors: orange, cream, warm gray, and jade green. I wanted a piece that would match the mood of my room while still drawing the eye. The vivid orange in the background of True Blue was perfect. The color exudes the warmth I needed to match the theme of my room, but in a brighter tone than the more muted colors of my blankets, rug, and posters.
Also, the combination of the orange background with the bold, black lines is striking. The lines of the face reminded me of a Sharpie marker, yet they don’t feel chunky and out of place. Instead, the simple lines of the face creates a sense of elegance.
Upon looking closer, I noticed the juxtaposition of the bold female face over the subtle male faces in the background. The faces in the background are slightly more detailed with finer lines. They are difficult to notice unless you are looking closely; this places most of the focus on the female face.
The background includes blue fans as well. These add to the sense of elegance and poise I felt upon viewing the piece. The contrast of the orange and the blue makes the fans stand out while simultaneously allowing the bright orange to shine.
Having the chance to participate in ArtMate and have a piece as wonderful as True Blue in my room is a great opportunity. I chose to hang the artwork directly across from the door. Not only do I see it every time I enter–bringing a smile to my face–but everyone else who comes in gets to enjoy it as well.
Ludovica Gioscia (British-Italian, b. 1977) was born in Rome. She attended the Slade School of Art and has exhibited internationally. Gioscia’s art is process-based, and she uses a wide variety of materials. She currently works in London, where she focuses on the layering of many different experiences in her art.
– Natalie Fox ’27