Visualising the voices of Ukrainian refugees
Liberty Leading The People is an artwork representing Ukrainian refugees' voices and stories. It was presented at L’Officina Arte Contemporanea as part of the documentary premiere and exhibition Tales From the Border.
In 2022, the Capslock Magazine team went to the Ukrainian-Polish border to film the documentary Tales From the Border, which investigates one of the most bitter conflicts currently occurring in Europe's heart. I worked with the voices of three Ukrainian women who fled the country, telling their stories, fears, and hopes to the Capslock Magazine interviewers, who documented their lives and organised a fundraiser to support them.
Their voices were transformed into a photograph, with each ring representing one of the voices. Then, using sonic data, the three voices were melted together as a cry for freedom, justice, and peace. While the documentary was screened, my artwork guided viewers on a meaningful journey through the lives of people on the border.
The title Liberty Leading The People is a tribute to the homonymous painting by Delacroix. Characterised by its symbolic and political significance, Delacroix’s painting has become a universal symbol of liberty and democracy. It is often used in popular culture to symbolise people’s emancipation from oppressive domination.
The exhibition took place at L’Officina Arte Contemporanea in Vicenza, Italy, in November 2022.
The limited edition artworks are available to buy on my online shop, with 100% of the proceeds going to World Central Kitchen, a charity providing meals in response to humanitarian, climate, and community crises.
Tiziana Alocci, “Liberty Leading The People”, 2022. 50x50cm, printed on Aquarelle Rag 310gsm, limited edition of one unique copy signed by the artist.
Tiziana Alocci, “Liberty Leading The People, Voice one”, 2022. 50x50cm, printed on Aquarelle Rag 310gsm, limited edition of one unique copy signed by the artist.
Tiziana Alocci, “Liberty Leading The People, Voice two”, 2022. 50x50cm, printed on Aquarelle Rag 310gsm, limited edition of one unique copy signed by the artist.
Tiziana Alocci, “Liberty Leading The People, Voice three”, 2022. 50x50cm, printed on Aquarelle Rag 310gsm, limited edition of one unique copy signed by the artist.
