Marcos Anziani

Local business

2024

80 x 72 ″

Acrylic and oil on canvas

Local Business is a vivid ode to the unsung heroes of community life: the corner shops, bustling markets, and lively gathering spots that hold the fabric of daily existence together. The painting brims with overlapping forms and textures, evoking the clamor and movement of a thriving marketplace. Bright greens, deep blues, and fiery oranges collide in an energetic palette that mirrors the sensory overload of these local spaces. Figures seem to emerge and dissolve in the chaos, their shapes abstract yet familiar, like the fleeting faces we see in passing while running errands. This work delves into the concept of "locality" as a microcosm of human connection. In a world increasingly dominated by faceless digital interactions, Anziani’s painting reminds us of the tangible, messy beauty of physical spaces where humanity is palpable. His layered brushstrokes suggest stories stacked on top of each other, conversations about the weather, quiet acts of kindness, and even the occasional argument over a price tag, all unfolding simultaneously.