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Film Photography, 8" x 10", 2022

Adrianna Ross Torio, Visual Studies Major, 4th Year

Artwork Description: Explores Calgary's diversity and culture through architecture. 

Artist's Bio:  Born and raised in Manila, Philippines, Adrianne Ross Torio have always been passionate about photography, painting, and drawing. She moved to Calgary in 2012 where she continued her studies. It was a very significant transition in her life, and future artistic endevours. She practiced and gained valuable art and design experience all throughout her junior high, secondary school, and is currently in progress of her Bachelor of Fine Arts. 

What makes her unique is her flexibility as an artist, she is continuously learning, adapting to change, and therefore her work is always changing and versatile. She values representing her personal identity, culture, and important issues and is her source of inspiration. She believes that the most beautiful thing about art is the process itself. Art has become an outlet for her to express her story and emotions. Her pieces range from drawings, to mix media art, acrylic painting, and digital photography. Her recent works focuses on the beauty of architecture, design, and abstract art. 

Artist's statement: My artwork is influenced by personal experiences and stories that also root from my heritage, showcasing those themes through the versatility of my practice. I strive to make artwork that not only celebrates and expresses my culture but also in hopes to connect to other individuals through art. 

Artist's contact info: torioadie027@gmail.com