Rosso Emerald Crimson is an acclaimed portrait artist born in Italy, who has been residing and working in London since 2004. Recognised for her vibrant classical realism and her intimate oil portraits, in which the female figure takes center stage, she has established herself as a high-calibre figure in the contemporary art scene. She developed primarily as a self-taught artist, a fact that underscores the exceptional dedication and mastery with which she has honed her craft. Her work has been the subject of national and international exhibitions (UK, Norway, USA) and has been featured in prominent publications such as Colossal, MyModernMet, Artists & Illustrators, Vogue India, and on the cover of Arena Magazine (Australia).
In her technique, Rosso Emerald Crimson blends a classical approach to painting with a contemporary twist, achieving a unique equilibrium between the abstract and the figurative. Her oil portraits often depict female subjects who emerge through a haze of soft pastels and gentle tones, offering piercing gazes and earnest expressions. Themes of racial justice, gender inequality, and the environmental crisis have played a significant role in her recent work, imbuing her dreamy paintings with responses to current affairs and questions about the future. The artist seeks to capture the essence of women whose strength and vulnerability often mirror her own life experiences, allowing her figures to come alive against backdrops that suggest decay or the eternal cycle of rebirth.
Her creative flow is fueled by the impressions and emotions that numerous global events leave upon the subconscious mind.
Her distinguished career includes being a Finalist in the renowned Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize (2021), Winner of the Portrait/Figure Prize at the Jackson Open Painting Prize (JOPP2019), and Winner of the Holly Bush Emerging Woman Painter Prize 2017, among other prestigious awards that attest to her excellence. As a Virtual Juror for the Tartget Prize 2026, Rosso Emerald Crimson will bring a perspective that values the fusion of classical technique with contemporary emotional resonance. She will seek out works that, through figuration, explore profound themes of identity and humanity, and that manage to infuse the portrait with a thoughtful response to current affairs and the future, prioritizing intimate characterization over mere representation.