An electric hum vibrated the foundations of the NEIU Fine Arts building. It wasn’t a power surge but an exhibit for a number of NEIU artists including a reception for Cecilia Carboni and her new digital work dubbed Ilia, held on Friday, October 19.
Alongside Carboni, the paintings of Rafael Vera, the sketches of Julie Gilberg and the work of a handful of other artists were on display, all receiving great praise from students, instructors and patrons alike.
Carboni, who initially thought of herself as a writer, discovered digital medium while uncovering other facets of her artistic self. With an eye toward greats like Andy Warhol, Carboni feels that the digital medium has been lightly explored and plans to continue to expand the graphic arts as her career progresses.
The clean lines, contemplative text and provocative imagery of Carboni’s digital work make for compelling art. The black and white contrast of this series is a bold choice, well made, displaying the courage of the artist. Several of those on hand commented on the inherent openness and Carboni’s deep-rooted honesty as keys to the effectiveness of her work.
More information on Carboni’s work can be had by visiting her official website at www.curiousgoldfish.com