The works in mɔ.nuˈmɛn̪.t̪um are conceptually abstract paintings based on the physicality of movement of his performance artist subjects, including acrobats and professional dancers.  Mezzini’s work captures an intense or static physical crescendo to create an emotive response.  These paintings are a visual representation of a heightened state of being, reminding the viewer of the meaningful joy of human physical movement and the associated physiological state.

John Mezzini recently rediscovered the process of making art.  With the belief that artistic evolution is paramount, he has expanded his practice, forming creative relationships with performance artists from all over the world.  Intrigued by their abilities and dedication, he worked toward adapting some of the concepts of their various art forms to further the development of his own.

“I believe that artist should strive to describe and interpret by whatever means necessary without the confines of a specific notion or movement.”

Choosing different spatial arrangements in the compositions allows Mezzini to manipulate and abstract elements of light with colour and give equal measure to representational and abstracted aspects of each piece. The resulting works move the viewer into the orchestrated pattern of the chosen gesture or expression.

Mezzini collaborated with his performance artist subjects in terms of pose, style and resulting shapes, as well as utilising studio photography and drawings in the creation of these paintings. mɔ.nuˈmɛn̪.t̪um is the result of this coherent theme and statement.