EAC Intern, Charlotte, writes about her first day at the Art Center and artwork by Bruno Surdo in the Evanston + Vicinity Biennial, on view from August 23 - September 21, 2025:
Bruno Surdo's work “Contaminating the Innocent,” made in 2019, expresses in such detail how our modern day affects the younger generations. What lack of decisions now may affect the youth to come? Surdo's choice in creating such contrast with the dark, eerie pollution and the colorful, childish girl makes quite the impact. Surdo used different colors to pop, such as the red on the suit and tube, and the pink goggles, which direct the eyes to such significant details in the painting. Seemingly, the tube is deflating, the girl is cold, and there is nothing to save her. He truly speaks to the harsh reality of pollution issues and how the lack of engagement can lead to so much worse. It is fascinating how intricate all the details are, for he created it with oil paint and a 48” x 48” canvas. This piece is so very heartbreaking and mind-blowing. It blends together, stands out, and is eye-catching all at once. Insanely impeccable.
