“Searching the Shadows”, 2023

acrylic on canvas

depicts a mother and child who died in the desert during a desperate journey in search of a better life. It confronts the tragic consequences of global inequality — a crisis rooted in the imbalance between wealthy nations and the world’s most vulnerable populations.

The colors of the Italian flag are subtly woven into the composition, serving as a reminder of our shared responsibility and complicity. Searching the Shadows is a call to conscience — a visual plea for empathy, awareness, and action.

Through its stark beauty and emotional depth, the piece seeks to stir the hearts of viewers and inspire a deeper commitment to justice and humanity.