Olivia DiCampo

artist statement
Our planet has provided us with some of the most beautiful, natural art. I enjoy the idea of creating images of earth, from earth. This is why the majority of my prints are wood blocks. Because wood block prints originate from Japan, I take inspiration from the traditional ukiyo-e style of prints. These prints were made up of mostly flat planes of color. However, I do use other print techniques such as lithography and etching. I have also attempted to us my prints as decorative patterning for skateboards, fans and paper straws. These prints are created by using some of the natural patterns seen here on Earth. From elevation to canyons to even wind patterns, there many different designs, some more obvious than others. By using the flat planes of color, it abstracts these natural wonders into colorful patterns. With environmental issues being at the forefront of current events, it is hard to ignore the impact we have on it and how we so easily take it for granted. The idea is that my earth patterns inspire viewers to be more mindful of the world around us.

bio
Olivia DiCampo was born and raised in St. Louis Missouri. She is currently working towards her BFA with and emphasis in printmaking and a minor in art history. Growing up with a learning disability, Olivia had a hard time in school. Art has always been her main outlet. While art has always been a huge part of her life, it wasn’t until college where she found her love for printmaking. She was inspired by her late uncle, who was a painter and a printmaker, to a take a class to follow in his footsteps, and she hasn’t stopped making prints since. Taking inspiration from the natural patterns Earth has created, she creates prints with natural forms and bold flat colors. Her style reflects both traditional Japanese wood-block prints and pop art. She creates art to make viewers take a moment and appreciate the world around us.