Annalisa Iadicicco
Mixed Media Artist
“Bottle to Bottle”
New York, 2023
Mixed Media (rebars, plastic detergent bottles)
“Bottle to Bottle'' is more than just an installation; it’s a call to action. The central element of the installation, a house symbolizing safety and belongings, urges viewers to consider their relationship with the plastics, inspiring innovative solutions like refill stations and a reevaluation of consumption habits. Community involvement was at the core of “Bottle to Bottle”. Individuals from the community donated recycled empty detergent bottles and actively participated in the installation process, embedding them into the structures’s rebar walls. This interactive artist process engaged participants and observers, sparking reflection on their use of single-use plastics and their impact on the environment.
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“Stop and Smell the Flowers”
New York, 2022
Mixed Media (chain, rebars, metals, discarded plastic bottles, bicycle rim, vinyls, beads)
A trilogy of outdoor sculptural installations crafted from upcycled and reclaimed materials, each portraying vibrant flowers. These standalone structures are designed for enduring display in exterior environments. The bases feature robust metal plating, while welded rebar forms the stems to uphold the blossoms.
Utilizing materials sourced from Gem Metal Spinning & Stamping in Long Island City, known for their decades-long expertise in creating light fixtures, the installations incorporate diverse elements such as vinyl, metal, chain, bicycle rims, stop signs, and windshield wipers.
The underlying intention is to establish a connection between viewers and nature, offering a platform for dialogue regarding the interplay between our environment and the materials prevalent in urban settings. Resplendent in color and visually arresting, akin to real flowers in a garden, these installations beckon observers to contemplate the intricate relationship between urbanity and the natural world.
“Fred Aster & Ginger Rogers”
New York, 2018
Mixed Media (discarded music instruments, lamps)
This installation, "Fred Aster & Ginger Rogers," features two lamps made from discarded music instruments. Discovered within the warehouse of Materials for the Arts (MFTA) during the artist's residency, these reclaimed instruments find new life in the form of functional and artistic illumination. The work pays homage to the iconic dance duo and breathes new life into forgotten materials, highlighting the transformative power of creativity within the realm of artistic exploration
“Spiderman”
New York, 2018
Mixed Media (discarded clothes, resin)
This sculpture embodies Spiderman within the context of 'stop and frisk.' Using discarded clothes and resin, it visually captures the tension between the superhero narrative and the reality of increased security measures. The artwork invites viewers to reflect on the changing dynamics of urban life and the restrictions placed on creative expression
“The Almighty Dollar”
New York, 2018
Mixed Media ( resin flag, plastic mold)
This sculpture delves into the transformative power of money—the ultimate ruler, a mystifying force that knows the price of everything but the value of nothing
“Tin Man”
New York, 2018
Mixed Media ( aluminum sheet metal, lamp, bolts)
Crafted from a roll of aluminum sheet found in the MFTA warehouse during the artist's residency, the "Tin Man" sculpture takes shape as a unique lamp. In his hands, the figure holds an oil pump, intertwining industrial aesthetics with a symbolic narrative. Drawing inspiration from the classic narrative of the Tin Man seeking a heart, this artwork invites contemplation on the intersection of industrial elements, human emotion, and the quest for deeper meaning. The fusion of metalwork and symbolism creates a compelling visual narrative within the sculpture's form
“Water Tower”
New York, 2018
Mixed Media ( garbage bin, copper water tubes, ombrella, plastic wires, sensor sound)
"Water Tower," ingeniously repurposes a garbage bin, copper water tubes, an umbrella, plastic wires, and a sound sensor. Symbolizing water towers atop urban rooftops, it serves as a reservoir of potential water, connected like an umbilical cord to the underground rivers. The installation's sensor engages a cycle of water, imitating rain and flush sounds, creating a visual and auditory experience. The sculpture becomes a contemplative expression, poised to flood the city and cleanse the lost organic soul, as it patiently awaits the metaphorical flood.
“Women's March NYC”
New York, 2017
Mixed Media (discarded signs, audio sound)
Following the Women’s March in New York City, protesters left behind thousands of signs around Fifth Avenue near Trump Tower. This is a collection of some of the discarded signs.
Installation by Annalisa Iadicicco
Sound recorded by Svea Schneider
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“Superheroes Sculptures”
LIC, NYC 2017
“A hero can be anyone. Even a man doing something as simple and reassuring as putting a coat around a young boy’s shoulders to let him know that his world hasn’t come to an end.”
Superhero’s Sculptures are a series of sculptures made out of discarded car bumpers that resemble Marvel’s heroes and other comic book characters. They are an inspiration to unleash the hero within and a call to become part of an active citizenry.
Batman
LIC, NYC 2017
Mixed Media (Car Bumpers, leather, paper mache)
62"x 44"x30"
Spider-man
LIC, NYC 2017
Mixed Media (Car Bumpers, Flocks, discarded plastic molds)
69"x46"x36"
In collaboration with Plaxall, Inc.
The structure of Spiderman is made out of two car bumpers modeled in an oval shape to create the face and are covered with a red velvet plastic sheet called Flock. This material is thermoformed by Plaxall to create cosmetic trays.
The eyes are made out of the lights of the bumpers and they are covered with fabric and discarded black dots molds. Those molds were used to create pharmaceutical tubes for inter-plant shipping. LED lights are installed in the eyes.
The design of the mask is made out of shiny black leftovers molds that were discarded and ready to be recycled.
“Transformer”
Jamiaca, NYC 2016
Mixed Media (Car bumpers, bolts, plastic, clothes)
72”x 68”x 36”
In collaboration with Local Project Gallery and No Longer Empty
A sculpture made out of car bumpers and bolts. An open studio workshop for kids in Jamaica Queens, commissioned by Local Project for “Jameco Exchange”, a site-responsive exhibition and socially engaged education platform by No Longer Empty.
"Studio54"
NYC, 2015.
Mixed Media (Recycled vinyls, cassette tapes, disco ball, clothes, glass paper panel).
120"x 84"
"Studio 54" celebrates the era of personal freedom and lost of senses on the dance floor where texting and twitting did not affect the soul but made "live the moment" in a place flammable with energy.
On a nostalgic note it reminds us of the lost music experience of the "Record Store Days".
The thrill of walking the aisles of a record store moving through row upon row of records, touch and see the actual artwork, talk to people for recommendation and spend an afternoon discovering music.
"Seek side by side silently"
NYC, 2015
Mixed Media (Mesh sheet metal, mirrors, leather, blower, reclaimed windows, waterslide photo paper).
76” x 48” x 48”
Seek side-by-side documents a walk through breast cancer, depicting the emotional turmoil and synesthesia symptoms of a caregiver.
It honors the human body and what connect us all, blood.
“ 2 Amendment ”
NYC, 2013
Mixed Media (Recycled stop sign, metal, Plexiglas, LED lights).
54” x 54” x 2”
“ 2 Amendment ” is an installation made of metal, discarded street sign, plexiglas and LED lights. The Sandy Hook School shooting and other US mass shootings inspired the artwork.
It highlights the social issue of global violence and, it’s the unified voice to raise awareness and help end the epidemic of violence.
"Red Tree"
India, 2012
Mixed Media (Recycled reinforced metal, cement, mirrors, red cloth).
13’ x 67” x 62”
Red Tree, is a public sculpture made out of discarded reinforced metal and contraction materials.
The tree, as symbol of prevention of erosion, is portrayed as a broken tree, which has been figuratively stitched together by a red cloth to recognize the importance of nature and the need to preserve and respect it.
It is an expression of how to connect to one others roots in nature in our modern urban landscape.
It was created for the Artefacting “Global Village 2012’
event on the bank of the Brahmaputra river in Guwahati, Assam, India.
And it is now installed in a public residential complex.
"Circle of Transition"
India, 2012
Mixed Media (bamboo, recycled bags, betel nut tree branches) 13’x13’
“Circle of Transition” is an interactive installation composed of bamboo, recycled rice bags, and betel nut tree branches.
It represents the passing from one culture to another, from a traditional to a modern world and from one state or condition to another. The use of bags is a metaphor for the transitions we encounter in life; as bags go through metamorphosis, burlap to synthetic, paper to plastic, so we as humans are in a constant movement and transformation.
It was created for the Artefacting “Global Village 2012” event on the bank of the Brahmaputra river in Guwahati, Assam, India.
"Willets point"
Willets Point, New York, 2011.
Mixed Media (photography, auto parts, automobile)
“Willets Point” is a celebration of the ethnically diverse business community in Willets Point, Queens.
It represents its resourceful- ness, economic unity, and industrious community spirit.
The installation is executed with remnants of cars, cars auto-parts and photographs and was created for the “Willets Point Festival” commissioned by the Queens Museum.
"John Doe"
NYC 2010.
Mixed Media (Police barricade, chrome pipes, bullets shells).
40” ½”x 33” x 36”
John Doe is a mixed media representation of themes that are always murmured silently but hardly expresses openly in the main stream.
The goal is to bluntly highlight those issues so important and relevant such as abuse of power, racism, rage and deception in order to create a very clear and direct message to the audience.
Executed with different materials such as police barricade, chrome pipes and bullets shells, the artwork wants to reflect the multicultural identity and moral value of contemporary America, independently from what political wind is blowing
"Mother Earth"
NYC 2008
Mixed Media (Wood, metal, clothe, artificial flowers).
10’ x 5’
Mother Earth portrays the tug o’ war between the artificial aspect of civilization created by humanity and the natural force of nature such as earthquakes.
The artwork depicts a zipper that is about to close on a field and thus highlighting the human indifference toward the environment, but at the same time this idea is contracted by the lateral panels that remind us of the cracked concrete after a strong earthquake.
Created in 2008, the artwork is executed in mixed materials on resin-prepared wood.
