Salvatore Scrivo Artist

Blind Orion Searches for the Rising Sun

admin — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 05:47:39 +0000

Orion’s quest for his sight to be restored is fulfilled by his gazing on the rising sun. The burning house represents that magical light and the woman he wronged is represented in the burning building. Canis Maximus warns him of his impending miracle.

: Blind Orion Searches for the Rising Sun by Salvatore Scrivo, Artist

The Death of Hyacinth

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A representation of the accidental killing of his good friend Hyacinth. Apollo’s grief is manifested in Hyacinth’s blood blooming into beautiful flowers so whenever you see one you are eternally reminded of Apollo’s friend and his deep sorrow.

The Death of Hyacinth by Salvatore Scrivo

St. Agatha Cakes

admin — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 05:26:36 +0000

Using the theme of cake and icing, I represent womanhood and femininity as something that is desirous and delicious. The story of Agatha and her martyrdom is the vehicle but done in a lighthearted manner.

St. Agatha Cakes by Salvatore Scrivo, Artist

Easter Mourning

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The viewer is asked to choose between the commercial Easter and/or it’s spiritual meaning. Within a holiday of great joy, there is also a passion of sadness and sorrow. The viewer is confronted with both choices.

Easter Mourning by Salvatore Scrivo, Artist

The Sleep of Endymion

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Selene the Moon Goddess’s love for the Shepard causes a deep sleep so her admiring eye can gaze upon him and protect him. Man as a sex symbol to the opposite sex is an occurrence within the feminine mystique and a dynamic that happens.

The Sleep of Endymion by Salvatore Scrivo, Artist

Sapphic Love Among the Ruins of the Colosseum

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Late Renaissance romance is personified by two unlikely subjects and their unlikely circumstance. Love comes to all no matter what the combination. Cupid’s watchful eye is approving but not judging.

Sapphic Love Among the Ruins of the Colosseum by Salvatore Scrivo, Artist

Jerome Takes Refuge in the House of Thomas

admin — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 04:36:43 +0000

Children’s birthday party and party hats are used to symbolize the special relationship and the story of St. Jerome and Pope Thomas. The theme of Christian brotherhood and protection and the ironic juxtapose of the two Catholic Saints are emphasized by t…

Jerome Takes Refuge in the House of Thomas by Salvatore Scrivo, Artist

The Ecstasy of St. Ann

admin — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 04:33:49 +0000

Suburban couple experiencing the overwhelming love of God in their suburban living room.

The Ecstasy of St. Ann by Salvatore Scrivo, Artist

Epimethius Ponders the Actions of Pandora

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The husband and wife marriage relationship can be positive but can also be negative on one partner because of the actions of the other. Pandora’s unleashing of evil influences has caused her husband great pain and sorrow.

Epimethius Ponders the Actions of Pandora by Salvatore Scrivo, Artist

Cleopatra Tests Poisons On Condemned Prisoners

admin — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 04:21:28 +0000

Young celebrities and media stars are sometimes put into positions that they don’t handle maturely. Being in that position before someone is ready will sometimes lead to hurting of others and/or themselves.

Cleopatra Tests Poisons On Condemned Prisoners by Salvatore Scrivo