Art Seen Issue 20 Summer 2026
Adamo Macri, a Montreal-based artist, incorporates sculpture, photography, painting, and drawing into his work. His art explores themes of identity, contamination, and the intricate balance of nature, often blurring the lines between the artist and the artwork itself. Macri’s approach is innovative in that he often transforms his own physical presence, using his body as part of the canvas to tell the stories he wishes to convey. This concept of transformation is at the core of his process, resulting in pieces that function as carefully constructed narratives.
He says, “My creative practice is rooted
in the exploration of identity, metamorphosis,
and the delicate interplay between the natural
and the artificial. I am drawn to the spaces
where boundaries dissolve—between the artist
and the artwork, the organic and the
constructed, the observer and the observed.
By incorporating my own physical presence
into my work, I transform the act of creation
into a dynamic, ongoing story.”
“I construct visual narratives that invite
viewers to experience transformation in real
time. My pieces often merge human forms
with elements of nature or myth, using masks,
organic materials, and symbolic motifs
to evoke a sense of mystery and introspection.
The interplay of light, texture, and shadow in
my work is designed to provoke contemplation,
encouraging audiences to reflect on their own
evolving identities and relationships with the
world around them.”
“I am fascinated by the tension between
vulnerability and strength, decay and renewal,
and the ways in which these forces shape both
individuals and environments. Each artwork
is not a static object, but a carefully
constructed phenomenon—an invitation
to witness the ongoing dance between presence
and impermanence.”
"Never let anyone influence your beliefs. Usually, they lack knowledge on the topic. Take it with a grain of salt, and listen closely to your inner voice instead, as it understands what is truly best for you."
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| Art Seen Issue 20 Summer 2026 |
Art Seen Issue 20 Summer 2026
