Giovanni Motta

"Wonder World" is the fourth piece in the WONDER collection, narrating the story of a journey of discovery, liberation, and self-realization. In this enigmatic work, the artist invites us to enter the deep, imaginary world of JonnyBoy's mind, where we can witness the character's transformation and emotional and spiritual growth.

Within the magical room, reminiscent of Hescher's works, JonnyBoy multiplies into various versions of himself, each representing a different aspect of his personality or a particular emotion. The artist employs diverse shapes, colors, and objects to emphasize the uniqueness of each version of JonnyBoy while the different selves interact with one another, flying, climbing a ladder, performing somersaults, and playing with the surrounding objects.

The composition of the piece is dynamic and rich in movement, conveying a sense of energy and euphoria that spreads to the viewer. The vibrant colors and geometric shapes contribute to creating an atmosphere of wonder and charm but also fear and dread, which serves as the backdrop for JonnyBoy's journey towards autonomy and freedom.

"Wonder World" explores universal themes such as personal growth, self-discovery, and the importance of letting go of one's emotions and dreams. The work invites us to reflect on our ability to free the mind, embrace our individuality, and rediscover the wonder of imagination.

Wonder World

JonnyBoy is the inner child.
Life passes between experiences and passions.
The objects of memory have a profound meaning for each 
of us because they are charged with our vital energy 
and remind us who we are and where we come from, 
they are around us and contaminate our relationships.
This first work starts the path into the exploration 
of the child's essence that hides in our soul.

Forgetting

"NEO" embodies the archetype of the modern anti-hero facing a decaying world. The two pills in his hands symbolize the choice between reality and illusion, directly referencing pop culture and existential philosophy. NEO becomes a symbol of awareness and rebellion: lost innocence is rediscovered through the freedom to choose, even when all certainty has dissolved. It’s an homage to the courage to seek one’s own truth in a dystopian setting that challenges both identity and purity.

In the artwork "Wonder Machine", the viewer is presented with a vision of a future where technology has advanced 
to the point where children are created on an assembly line. The children are constructed from a combination 
of advanced materials and organic substances, and they are arranged in a single file line, waiting for their moment of creation.  
At the front of the line, a massive machine is at work, using a powerful laser scanner to bring the children to life. 
The laser scans each child, adjusting and calibrating their systems to perfection. With each scan, the children 
become animated and start to move, taking their first steps into the world.  
The children are full of wonder and excitement as they explore their new surroundings, and the artist has 
captured this emotion in their lifelike movements and expressions. They represent a vision of the future 
where technology and life are intertwined, creating a new generation of beings that blur the line between 
machine and human.  
Despite the beauty of the scene, the "Wonder Machine" also raises important questions about the nature of life and 
what it means to be human. The idea of an assembly line producing 
life is both awe-inspiring and unsettling, forcing the viewer 
to confront the reality of a future where technology has the 
power to create and control life.  
In this thought-provoking work of art, the artist invites the viewer to consider the implications of a world where technology has the power to create life, and what this means for our understanding of what it means to be human.

Wonder Machine

In the soul of every human being there is a deep desire to be loved and the embrace is the strongest gesture of love that exists.
It should always be available but often and especially now it seems impossible to have it.

Hug Me

“IN RAIN” offers a profound meditation on the nature of human existence and the passage of time. Contemplating the metaphor of life and death as a transition to another dimension, the artwork invites us to consider the final transience of all things and reflect on the mysteries of human mortality. Evoking memories of childhood and the innocence of youth, the artwork reminds us of the importance of preserving our experiences and embracing the impermanence of life as a natural and necessary part of the human journey.  
It is a journey beyond the boundaries between the virtual and the tangible, involving the viewer in an exploration of their own emotional world and authenticity. In this artwork, philosophy, art, and technology blend in a homogeneous and stimulating discourse that invites meditation and self-analysis. “IN RAIN” establishes a deep and philosophical dialogue between past and present, between the individual and the collective, inviting us to rediscover our inner child, encouraging us to immerse ourselves in a nostalgic and transformative journey. Along this path, we tackle universal themes such as childhood, memory, and self-discovery.

IN RAIN

This is my secret world, the place where I will publish extraordinary works, taken care of in every detail, designed for the people who love me and believe in my work. They will be Editions designed to deepen my artistic research on the theme of rediscovering the inner child. Jonny Boy

Giovanni Motta Editions

A keychain, a lighter, a pen, a brooch, a ring, a photograph, a book..., when you come into contact with an object of memory the same thing always happens, every time, suddenly a whirlwind of emotions and sensations arrive that overwhelm you and accompany you in a free fall into the unknown.

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