Untitled (Candy Apple)
Painting
Materials: Acrylic on Canvas.
London, United Kingdom
2021
Henny Valentino’s work captures a striking intersection of motion, memory, and symbolism. In Untitled (Candy Apple), the artist employs the car as a recurring motif—a symbol of the "safe space," a cocoon of freedom and introspection within the fast-paced world. Through fluid sprays of neon green and crimson, Valentino abstracts the familiar contours of the automobile, transforming it into a vessel of personal and collective nostalgia.
The blurred lines and exaggerated forms evoke a sense of perpetual movement, reflecting the artist’s interest in the emotional landscapes tied to travel and transition. Valentino’s use of spray paint echoes art’s immediacy, bridging the gap between urban environments and the intimacy of interior worlds. This work invites the viewer to reflect on the car not as a mere vehicle, but as a metaphorical refuge—a space where identity, memory, and imagination converge.