The artwork titled “Asfalto, Torino,” created by the artist Franco Fontana in 2005, belongs to the photo genre. This piece showcases Fontana’s adeptness in transforming urban elements into compelling compositions.
In the artwork, the viewer’s attention is captured by a segment of a road, characterized by bold, geometric patterns. The surface consists predominantly of stark black and white hues, accentuated by a vivid orange stripe cutting horizontally across the composition. The photograph highlights the textural contrast between the asphalt and the painted lines, illustrating the wear and varied surface conditions. The composition is minimalist yet dynamic, revealing Fontana’s skillful manipulation of color and form to create a visually striking image from an everyday scene.
