Identity

150 x 100 x 2cm Acrylic Paint on Canvas 2017
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This abstract painting explores identity as a fluid, layered construct, where shifting forms reflect the many facets between inner self and outward persona.
Luca Ruffinengo

Full Description

This abstract work explores the complexity of humanidentity. At its center is the face as a symbol of the self, while thesurrounding fields of color, layers, and forms point to the many facets of apersonality. Each layer can be read as the expression of a different role,mood, or attitude that a person adopts in everyday life.

The painting draws on the idea that we present ourselves differently depending on the situation - whether in a first encounter, in personal relationships, or in a professional context. These various “masks” are not meant to be understood as contradictions, but as parts of a larger whole. It is precisely through the overlapping and merging of forms that the impression emerges that identity is not fixed, but alive, fluid, and multifaceted.
The composition invites the viewer to lookbeyond outward appearance and to reflect on the tension between public personaand inner self. In this way, the work becomes a visual approach to the questionof who we are, what we choose to reveal, and what remains hidden within us. Itis a piece about individuality, self-perception, and the many layers that makeup a human being.

About

Luca

Artistic Approach
My work explores the space between control and intuition. I’m drawn to contrasts - structure and chaos, clarity and abstraction - and I use them to create pieces that invite interpretation rather than dictate it. Color plays a central role in my practice, often used boldly and in layered compositions to evoke emotion and depth. Each work is less about a fixed message and more about opening a dialogue between the viewer and the image.
Background & Perspective
I move fluidly between art and design, which strongly shapes how I think and create. While my artistic work is driven by expression and emotion, my background in design sharpens my sense for composition, balance, and intention. This dual perspective allows me to approach each piece with both freedom and precision.
Original Works & Prints
All artworks originate from my own practice and are carefully translated into high-quality prints to make them accessible beyond the original piece. Whether original or print, each work is created with the same attention to detail and respect for material, aiming to bring a distinct atmosphere into the spaces they inhabit.

About

Luca

Design Philosophy
My approach to design is rooted in clarity, intention, and purpose. I see design as a way of transforming ideas into tangible solutions - where form, function, and meaning are carefully aligned. Each object is shaped not only by aesthetics, but by how it is experienced and used.
Process & Perspective
Coming from an artistic background, I bring an intuitive and exploratory mindset into my design process. I often begin with open-ended experimentation, then refine ideas through structure and precision. This balance allows me to create designs that feel both thoughtful and distinctive.
Objects & Experience
I create objects that aim to integrate naturally into their environment while still carrying a subtle, defining presence. Materials, proportions, and details are considered carefully to achieve a sense of coherence and longevity - designs that are not only functional, but quietly expressive.

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