Ato Francesca presents a captivating fusion of Italian tradition and manga at SWISSARTEXPO 2026

In September 2026, the SBB Event Hall becomes a stage for Ato Francesca as she invites visitors to discover her surreal worlds.

Ato Francesca, an Italian-born artist and professional tattoo artist who has worked in New York, Zurich, Barcelona, Rome, and Tokyo, has found her creative home in Switzerland. She is set to unveil her evocative and deeply personal portfolio at the SWISSARTEXPO 2026. Born in Bologna in 1993, her path to the arts was paved by a profound, self-taught dedication that began at a very young age. Without the opportunity to pursue a formal education, art became her essential refuge and most trusted confidante--a sanctuary where she could experiment and grow through the pure power of her own curiosity and drive. This sincere passion shines through in every piece she creates, reflecting a life-long journey of constant learning and a deep-seated need to communicate through the boundless medium of visual storytelling.

Her work is a fascinating dialogue between two seemingly disparate worlds: the grand, historic tradition of ancient Italian art and the dynamic, contemporary language of manga aesthetics. In her stunning piece Cardumen, an acrylic work on a large wooden panel, the viewer is immediately drawn into a rhythmic, swirling flow of movement and organic shapes that seem to pulse with life. Her technique is defined by a meticulous and deliberate use of lines to define complex forms, combined with a palette of vibrant colors designed to convey deep emotional resonance. Whether she is working with heavy acrylics on canvas, as seen in the expansive En blanco, or delicate watercolors and sharp black ink on paper, as featured in the ethereal and calm Onsen, Ato Francesca masterfully balances technical precision with fluid, surreal expressions. Her methodology involves academic preliminary studies before transferring her ideas onto the medium.

What truly distinguishes Ato Francesca as a contemporary creator is her exceptional ability to weave complex symbolism into surreal scenes that feel both timeless and modern. Her work "La Minotauro" demonstrates this perfectly, reimagining classical mythology through a fresh, illustrative lens that challenges traditional perceptions. Each composition invites the viewer to look far beyond the surface, discovering layers of narrative meaning hidden within the intricate details and delicate shading. Her art is not merely a visual experience but a narrative one, where every line tells a silent story and every color captures a specific, fleeting mood. This unique approach creates a bridge between different cultures and artistic eras, offering a refreshing and deeply human perspective that resonates with a diverse, international audience in Zurich.

From September 2nd to 6th, 2026, visitors to the SBB Event Hall in Zurich's Main Station will have the exclusive opportunity to experience these mesmerizing works in person as part of the SWISSARTEXPO. The artist warmly invites everyone to join her on this creative journey and witness the latest evolution of her distinctive artistic voice.

For those who wish to delve deeper into her world before the event, more information can be found on her official website at www.atofrancesca.com and on her Instagram profile @ato.francesca. This exhibition promises to be a highlight of the season, showcasing a talent whose work is as profound as it is visually striking.

SWISSARTEXPO by ARTBOX.GROUPS GmbH
Schmidgasse 4
6300 Zug
Schweiz

Jenny-Rose Zenklusen
+41 41 539 19 22

office@swissartexpo.com

SWISSARTEXPO is one of the largest art exhibitions in Europe and is organised by ARTBOX.GROUPS GmbH. Every year it transforms the SBB Event Hall at Zurich Main Station into a vibrant meeting place for international contemporary art. Over several days, works by artists from all over the world are presented to a broad audience of collectors, gallery owners, media representatives and art lovers. The exhibition combines large-scale digital presentations with a professional on-site exhibition of original artworks. Thanks to its central location and high visitor frequency, SWISSARTEXPO offers artists a unique platform to gain international visibility and to establish valuable contacts within the global art scene.

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