About the Artist:William Mistouflet (France, 1999). William will graduate from the Rome Academy of Fine Arts (RUFA) in 2026. An artist who works with both photography and printmaking, William Mistouflet’s work stems from different emotional responses inspired by expressionist characteristics; his photography focuses on urban scenes from his commutes, captured on a mobile camera. (Courtesy of Temple University Rome) From the Artist: Using printmaking as my canvas, I specialize in creating prints that explore the intricate depths of the human psyche. My printmaking techniques enable me to craft detailed and thought-provoking atmospheres inspired by expressionist characteristics, using mark-making and etching techniques to my advantage. I delve into themes of mental health, nihilism, death, loneliness, and the dark sides of life, creating emotionally charged pieces that reflect my own struggles and establish a vulnerable relationship with my audience. During the lockdown, my art took a more political approach. I created pieces in response to the events that occurred during the pandemic, such as the Black Lives Matter protests following George Floyd's death and the Kill The Bill protests after Sarah Everard's murder. My photographic art varies from black and white to colour, as I use my technical prowess and profound understanding of how the absence or presence of colour can evoke different emotions.
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