Lucio Fontana

Lucio Fontana's style, Spatialism, slashed its way into the art world. Imagine looking "beyond" the canvas! His key characteristics include:

• Slits and Holes: These aren't destructive, but rather "fontanas" (fountains) of space, puncturing the two-dimensional surface to reveal the infinite dimension behind. Think of "cutting a Fontana" to access another realm.
• Monochromatic Canvases: Fontana often used a single, vibrant color to emphasize the purity and intensity of the void he created.
• Emphasis on Light and Space: He sought to represent the limitless possibilities of space and time, challenging traditional notions of painting and sculpture.

His art explored themes of the universe, infinity, and the potential for art to transcend physical limitations.