Zoe Antona an interdisciplinary artist, whose work explores the profound nostalgic interplaybetween her Cuban heritage and cultivating connection through the lens of AbstractExpressionism. Born and raised in Atlanta, GA where she still resides, Antona drawsinspiration from her upbringing, and vibrant outlook on life, Antona explores a wide range ofthemes revolving around nostalgia, family lineage, and youthful memories.Through intricate compositions, Antona delves into her past where she recalls intimatemoments that have refined her sense of self. Long talks with her grandparents about herCuban lineage have manifested into sculptural 2D forms. Antona depicts her perspectiveon the world's colors fading with age because there is no longer time to appreciate life'ssimple pleasures. Vivid memories of caring for her grandfather's banana trees amidst richtropical hues reminded her of her family's deep connection to fruit, reinforced by herfather's work in fruit distribution. Ideas of breaking bread inspire connection with otherswith the passing of stories to cultivate family bonds. Antona is interested in the emotionaland physical dimensions of intimacy, capturing the weight and dynamics inherent inrelationships. The work also aims to evoke a visual and emotional reaction through theaesthetics and installation of each piece.By seamlessly blending unconventional materials, Antona acknowledges the gaps in herown story, underscoring individuality through the continuous 'voids' or 'lacunas' includedin her work. Such ‘voids’ or ‘lacunas’ challenge traditional artistic norms of what isdeemed as sculpture to painting. Antona emphasizes that each piece is handcrafted from90% reclaimed materials, highlighting her commitment to sustainability and theinnovative problem-solving techniques taught by her grandfather.