Fractured

The Fractured Expressionism series by Victor DiPilato explores the complexity of human experience through a unique approach to painting. Inspired by stained glass and mosaic art, these pieces are characterized by fractured forms and dynamic compositions that evoke both beauty and vulnerability. The technique of broken, interconnected segments mirrors the often imperfect yet profound nature of identity, memory, and transformation. Through bold lines and fragmented forms, the Fractured Expressionism series invites the viewer to reflect on the beauty of complexity, imperfection, and the power of change. Each piece is a journey into the broken yet beautiful aspects of the human condition.

Separation

Oil Painting, 36" x 24"

Vertigo

Oil Painting, 36" x 24"

"Vertigo" plays with perception, inviting the viewer to experience the disorienting sensation of shifting perspectives. The painting features overlapping faces that blend together across the canvas, creating a dynamic composition. When the piece is hung upside down, a new set of faces emerges, offering a fresh interpretation of the work. I call it Vertigo because, during its creation, I found myself constantly spinning the painting—an experience that mirrored the dizzying effect of changing viewpoints and the fluid nature of identity. The work captures the tension between order and chaos, encouraging the viewer to explore how we perceive and interpret the world around us.

Breaking Space with Time

Oil Painting, 24" x 20"

Confidence

Oil Painting, 48" x 36"

Confidence is part of my Beautifully Broken series. Beauty is found not in perfection but in the complexity of experience. This piece tells the story of a woman rebuilding herself.

Broken

Oil Painting, 36" x 24"

"Broken" is the first painting created in this signature style, and its conception was entirely unintentional. When the cradled panel arrived with a damaged corner, I set it aside for months, using it as a place to discard leftover paint. As I scraped and spread paint from my palette, figures began to emerge, and my approach with the palette knife and brush evolved into something more deliberate. By the time the piece neared completion, I felt inspired to outline the brush strokes in black paint, enhancing the fractured, mosaic-like effect. What began as an accident transformed into a reflection on imperfection and the beauty found in brokenness.

Butterfly Effect

Oil Painting, 36" x 24"

"Butterfly Effect" captures the delicate interplay between nature’s beauty and its profound impact. Inspired by the idea that the flutter of a butterfly’s wings can ripple across the world, this piece reflects how even the smallest actions can create far-reaching consequences.

Internal Conflict

Oil Paint over Acrylic Paint, 48" x 36"

Green Abstract

Oil Painting, 36" x 24"