About

Cornelia Fappiano is an emerging American artist based in Mexico City, where she passionately creates from her studio. Her artistic journey took root while pursuing Cultural Anthropology at Smith College in Massachusetts, a transformative period that sparked her exploration of painting in the latter stages of her college career.

Inspired by her background in anthropology and the tradition of exvotos, Fappiano’s art is a reflection of her deep-seated fascination with cultural narratives and personal expression. Centered around the theme of disobedience, her work employs a playful approach to examine the intricate dynamics of gender construction and identity. Through vibrant colors and evocative symbolism, she challenges hegemonic beauty standards, exposing the fragile underpinnings of individual and societal insecurities.

Each piece serves as a visual narrative, blending elements of introspection and rebellion to provoke thought and dialogue. Fappiano invites viewers to reconsider established norms and embrace the complexities of human experience, drawing inspiration from both her academic background and the rich artistic heritage of exvotos.

fappianoarte@gmail.com