STATMENT

Micaela, Sicilian Artist
Born in Palermo in 1985, I am Micaela, a Sicilian artist embodying the volcanic resilience of my land. Sicily, with its active volcanoes like Etna, is the heartbeat of my work: I use lava, salt, and organic pigments, such as blood, to create pieces that erupt with passion and rebirth. My art reflects the indomitable strength of an island that, through eruptions and storms, regenerates with pride. The landscapes of Lanzarote, shaped by over 200 dormant volcanoes, inspire a quiet resilience, contrasting with the fiery energy of my Sicily. Like a volcano, I am vibrant, eruptive, unstoppable, and each canvas becomes a living island, pulsing with life. My works invite viewers to feel the earth—its fury and its renewal—celebrating the Sicilian resilience that burns in my heart and hands.