Material and emotion: a universal narrative
Joël Andrianomearisoa, the renowned artist from Madagascar, was the guest of honour for the very first edition of “Cena Informale”.
During the event, he shared insights into his creative journey and the reflections that shape his artistic practice, offering participants a rare opportunity for cultural insight and authentic dialogue between art and life.
The poetics of duality
Andrianomearisoa explores universal emotions through materials such as fabric, paper, silk, and metal—used to investigate the interplay of light and shadow, presence and absence. This duality, central to his work, is encapsulated in his own words:
“White is everywhere, but white is nothing without black. How can you get the light if there is no darkness?”
The artist uses a visual language that spans installations, performances, drawings, and video, establishing himself as a leading figure in the global contemporary art scene. His work has been exhibited in prestigious institutions such as the Centre Pompidou in Paris, MAXXI in Rome, and the Metropolitan Museum in New York—highlighting the international scope of his artistic vision.
Tradition and modernity in dialogue
Andrianomearisoa’s Malagasy roots merge with a contemporary aesthetic to explore universal themes such as love, nostalgia, and longing. His work invites the viewer to reflect on the complexity of human relationships and the duality at the core of our condition.
His contribution to Cena Informale offered a rare chance to delve into the poetic vision of an artist who continues to inspire the international art landscape.
Joël Andrianomearisoa doesn’t merely create artworks—he builds emotional worlds that become reflections on the human experience. His creations continue to inspire collectors and art lovers around the world.
