Robbie Ierubino
geboren 28. April 1998 in United States

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I use many different themes in my artwork (pop, abstract, cubic, symbolism, photography, and silhouettes) and try to implement graphic design elements. Most of my art is about my life, sharing my visions, memories, emotions, and interests with the world. Most of my work is created using modern technologies like my phone and computer. I continually search for inspiration and ideas and use many applications, depending on my mood. Like most people, I love always having my phone with me. I grab it whenever my surroundings inspire me. It allows me to capture a scene with photography, express myself in a poem or song, or even create some designs on the spot.

During my Master of Arts course in Arts and Creative Technologies, I focused on the influential aspects of moving images and visual effects in graphic design. My submitted proposal for the MA program identifies the development of works via software programming and incorporating design aspects within the realms of Extended Reality (XR). If you don't know what XR means, it is an umbrella term for technologies incorporating Virtual, Augmented, and Mixed Realities. My MA course experience was both fun and challenging. Still, I would also like to work with the creative industries to better myself and hopefully help create the awe-inspiring works the world expects from it.

Looking back on my work, I noticed that shapes have always been a prominent feature. Repeatedly, these geometric shapes - often within other shapes - kept appearing. I love these shapes and have titled this style "Shapism." In my world, Shapism is a mix of figures creating a minimalist body in different metamorphic forms: color, image, tone, and typography. I like to provide clues into my thought process when naming pieces, but I also enjoy it when viewers use their imagination to interpret their meaning.

My works put a modern spin on the inspiration drawn from many different arts and designers throughout the history of art and creative styles. Through my artwork, I want people to learn to accept differences, sincerely feel and show empathy for others, share memories, find common interests, and treat others fairly.

I hope my works provoke an emotional response.

Über

My name is Robert John “Robbie” Ierubino, Jr. I am a US-born, autistic artist who emigrated to Vienna, Austria, when I was 14. In June 2020, I graduated from Staffordshire University in Stoke-on-Trent, England, with a Bachelor of Arts (Honors) degree in Graphic Design. In November 2021, I will receive my Master of Arts degree in Arts and Creative Technologies (also from Staffs).

As an artist, I have always liked creating different types of designs. When I was younger, I loved to create my own versions of album covers, stage layouts for concerts, and logos for movie production companies. In the 10th grade, I became interested in different art forms during my classes and voyages around Europe. I was especially attracted to street art and cubism. As a real lover of pop culture, I am inspired by all media types, including television, movies, logos, and music. I enjoy traveling and exploring different cities and countries; their architecture and landscapes intrigue me.

I am autistic. Throughout my life, I faced many challenges that “typical” kids do not. It took me a long time to speak as a child, and communication is still difficult. Because of my autism, I struggle with verbal communication. Talking with people and writing my thoughts are difficult because it is hard for me to find the right words. Through my art, I feel free. I think autism has given me a unique perspective, and I hope it comes through in my art. As my senses are always on high alert, my understanding of the world around me may differ from others. For example, I see pictures in my head when I hear music. Or, when I think of a movie, I can see it and listen to it playing in my mind. Sometimes, these constant bombardments are not welcome and may overwhelm me.
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