Angelo Brescianini

Angelo Brescianini’s artistic approach primarily involves the use of aluminum, copper, and steel plates onto which he shoots bullets, creating intricate, textured patterns. This process is not just a method of mark-making but a profound exploration of the interplay between material and light. His works often evoke a sense of movement and energy, as the reflections and shadows cast by the bullet indentations create a sense depth and dimension. These protrusions give his pieces a kinetic quality, making them appear to shift and change with the viewer’s perspective.

Brescianini's use of bullets to create art is both literal and metaphorical. The bullet holes and their resultant textures create a visceral impact that speaks to themes of conflict and transformation. Each piece becomes a record of an instantaneous act that has been frozen in time, allowing viewers to contemplate the moment of creation. This technique also introduces an element of unpredictability and spontaneity, as the exact pattern of the bullet impacts cannot be entirely controlled or foreseen.

Brescianini’s work is reminiscent of the optical and kinetic art movements, yet remains uniquely his own through its raw, industrial aesthetic and the physicality of his process.