Alberto Pazzi Proves That Pink is the Color of Passion

Mexican-born, Brooklyn-based illustrator and artist Alberto Pazzi treats illustration and painting as a way of communicating his thoughts, a sort of metaphorical bridge between the artist and his audience. “My favorite vehicle of expression is painting,” said Pazzi in an interview with Elephant, “it’s the most satisfying process.”

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I’m Sorry About Last Night

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But if art is his vehicle, color, and more specifically the color pink, is his gasoline. Recognized for his signature pink, Pazzi’s illustrations are undeniably fresh (because let’s face it, the trendy use and overuse of millennial pink isn’t about to go anywhere soon).

“The things I paint are very universal,” says Pazzi, noting that common themes in his work include: women, clowns, and ghosts. “In my recent work I’ve used them almost like self-portraits,” he adds, “but the image of a clown, or a ghost drinking on its own in a bar… these are universal feelings that strike you even if you don’t speak the same language or whether or not you’ve had the same experiences—everyone can relate to them in a way.”

According to Pazzi, his work isn’t hard to understand. “To me, if I have to explain them then I’ve failed as an artist,” he adds. Indeed, with a background in graphic design, his approach to illustration is fairly straight forward. Humor is also a big part of his work, adding a playful edge to his pink creations.

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"Solitaire II" 20X16" Acrylic on Canvas

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"Beatnik Doggie" 24X24" Acrylic on Canvas

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"Self Portrait" 24X24" Acrylic on Canvas

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