ARTIST Q&A

Born: Malden, MA
Currently lives: Brighton, MA

Title of artwork: Construction Crew

What’s it about? There is an intentional balance between masculine and feminine and they are separated by a non-gendered machine. All are presented as attractive and desirable. The scene makes no sense but alludes to having meaning, so it tickles that sweet spot where the viewer searches for meaning but ends up developing their own narrative.

Where else can we find your work? @chrisantonellis

Where do you find inspiration and who are a few artists you admire? I find inspiration in my feelings and I admire my father John Antonellis, an oil painter.

If you could invite one person to dinner (dead or alive) who would it be? My grandfather because i’d like to speak to him as an adult.

What is your spirit animal? Weasel

If you could have a superpower, what would it be?
The ability to turn into electricity and use the internet for communication and travel.

Favorite place to eat in Allston? Roxy’s

Favorite public art piece in the Boston area? The Jessie + Katey installation