Natural Elements and Philosophical Depth: The Story of OnYOn.

In OnYOn, Ballocca pushes his exploration of language, perception, and existence even further. This mixed-media canvas, created in 2025, layers a profound philosophical inquiry with symbolic imagery inspired by nature and ancient thought.

The title itself reflects this complexity: it combines the word “onion,” representing the multiple layers of interpretation in both art and life, with the Greek root “on,” a term from Plato’s philosophy that signifies the essence of being. Together, these elements offer a visual and conceptual meditation on the relationship between life, earth, and death.