Faculty of Art
Drawing and Painting
Nicole Mezzapelli
Home is Where the Heart Is
Mixed Media
2023
Photo Transfer, Marker and Spray-paint on Raw Canvas
24in x 24in
“Home is Where the Heart Is” intertwines my personal geography with the universal sentiment of belonging. The photo transfer technique layers my childhood home onto raw canvas, overlaid with hand-drawn maps that trace the contours of a neighbourhood rich in memories. This piece is a reflection on the longing for the comfort and innocence of one’s origins, inviting viewers to contemplate their own notions of home and the spaces that hold their hearts
Work by
Nicole Mezzapelli
Drawing and Painting
“My work is a reflection of my day-to-day life, with memory and perception serving as significant sources of inspiration. I have a love for transforming past thoughts, moments, and feelings into...” [More]
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