Zangano
b.1995
Zangano's artistic pursuits seamlessly blend illustration and painting, rooted in the vibrant realm of subculture. The artist’s creative journey began with 2D illustrations and cartoons. His early creations focused on capturing the fundamental essence of characters, employing a line-centric approach that proved pivotal in crafting intricate and substantial artwork.
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Delving into the realms of light and shadow, the artist encountered the challenge of adequately portraying luminosity within a two-dimensional framework. Determined to transcend this limitation, he embarked on a journey to revolutionize comic subculture imagery. Through experimentations, he devised a unique technique: incorporating grid-based spatial elements into characters' backgrounds. This innovative approach not only infused his paintings with a heightened sense of realism but also imbued them with a newfound dimensional depth and spatiality.
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Zangano's works offer viewers an immersive journey into the worlds he creates, where intentions and imagination converge through a harmonious blend of visual elements. Each viewing becomes a meaningful exploration of the virtual realms within his artwork.
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SOLO EXHIBITIONS
2023 Â Â All Wonderings Come at a Price, Galerie ERD, Busan
2018 Â Â 9AND BUNKER, Seoul
GROUP EXHIBITIONS
2024Â Â School of Rock, Gallery STAN LA, LA
2023 Â Â KIAF, COEX, Seoul
       The Preview, S-Factory, Seoul
2022 Â Â Urban Break, COEX, Seoul
       Encore!, The Preview, S-Factory, Seoul
2021 Â Â Urban Break, COEX, Seoul
       DAZED Art Fair, Seoul
2018 Â Â YCK Art Fair, Ara Art Center, Seoul
COLLABORATIONS
2022 Â Â T-liberal Character Design and Art Collaboration
       Jucy Judy Art Collaboration
2021 Â Â PRO-Keds Art Collaboration
       FUJIFILM Special Exhibition and Art Collaboration
