Italian artist Roberta Gigante’s (b. 1986, Italy | lives and works in Ghent, Belgium) career and oeuvre is extremely diverse: from sound installations and interventions in the public space to sculptures with glass spheres, neon sculptures and classically looking works on paper. Gigante's recent explorations focus on forms that resonate with deep-seated experiences, aiming to make visible the intelligence embodied in matter. Her artistic approach pushes the boundaries of oculocentric art through the use of non-traditional methods and materials. Gigante draws inspiration from scientific literature on transformation and exchange, incorporating interdisciplinary interests such as chemistry, astronomy, optics, acoustics, and archaeology into her work.
Gigante's creative process emphasizes experimentation, chance, and discovery. She often collaborates with materials experts, industries, and laboratories, embracing a serendipitous approach that leads to unexpected results. Looking to the future, Gigante is developing work around the concept of a body without a center, further expanding her artistic horizons.
Roberta Gigante won twice the prize Meesterproef 2010 Vlaamse Bouwmeester for three different projects in public space and was shortlisted for the Belgian Prize for Architecture and Public Space in 2013. She participated in group exhibitions in M HKA, Antwerp (2021), Espace 251 Nord, Liège (2015, 2022) and CC Strombeek (2014, 2017). She has permanent works in public space in Ghent and Antwerp.
Roberta Gigante (1986, Italy) lives and works in Ghent, Belgium.