Amelia Casiano is a Cleveland-based artist specializing in acrylic painting. Her work serves as a reflection of her vision for Cleveland and the broader world, combining themes of lifestyle, fashion, technology, and a profound awareness of nature and environmental issues. Known for her use of glow effects, pastel tones, and vibrant colors, Amelia creates dynamic pieces that engage with topics such as womanhood, climate change, local conflicts, and global issues.
Through a thoughtful interplay of forms and colors, Amelia fosters dialogue within her work, often exploring landscapes, communities, and portraits. Her art delves into themes of connectedness, transcending cultural boundaries through transparent and relatable storytelling.
Growing up on Cleveland's West Side deeply influenced her artistic journey, instilling a strong connection to her environment, culture, and traditions. This upbringing informs her creative exploration of equity, dualities like introversion and extroversion, and contrasts such as quiet versus loud or soft versus dynamic movement.
Amelia's work combines organic figures and thoughtful use of light and shadow to express these ideas. She strives to create art that is both progressive and rooted in dynamic reality, showcasing her evolving style and commitment to meaningful cultural expression.
Julia de Burgos Cultural Arts Center Artist Spotlight: Illuminating Unidos por el Arte is made possible in part by an investment of public funds from the Ohio Arts Council (OAC). The OAC is a state agency that funds and supports quality arts experiences to strengthen Ohio communities culturally, educationally, and economically.