Aplomb stands for self-confidence, self-assurance, and poise; Through collaborative artistic expression, The Aplomb Project pays tribute to those who have experienced life-altering trauma. Contemporary portrait artist, Danielle Festa, captures the resilience of trauma survivors, gifting the resulting oil portrait to the voluntary participants to celebrate their courage and strength.

Aplomb Gallery Mission: Figurative paintings of the Renaissance period were reserved for the rich and powerful, with carefully selected attire to highlight their prominent placement in society. I am highlighting a different type of power, that which lies in individuals who have overcome challenges, painted in outfits that showcase their strength.Face Mask Series: My paintings focus on the act of wearing a face mask; a small piece of fabric connecting the world, strengthening our fight against an invisible enemy, but at the same time making us feel different. I want to emphasize the opportunity for self expression, strength and unity that a face mask can represent. Incorporating symbols of strength in the copper patina background and amplifying the vibrant oil details of my subjects, I want to highlight the role we can all embrace in combating this world crisis together.Previous work: With oil paint and textile, I highlight the power that fabric has to dictate our personalities in an instant. By incorporating an unexpected element of cloth, I am calling attention to the ability of a specific article to define my subject’s identity. In each painting, I experiment with the transition between paint and fabric, allowing my subjects to transform into the characters I create. I like for viewers to relate to the detail in my realism, and then allow the distraction of material to lead them towards my concept.

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