Mauro Bottone is an artist based in Italy whose works have been featured in solo exhibitions nationally. His works often center around the female figure as an expression of emotional strength. In addition, he employs flowers as a symbol of purity and beauty. Bottone employs varying mediums to express different emotions and sensations. For example, acrylics signify strength and defined emotions. Whereas, for him, watercolors imbue ethereal and graceful sensations that are lost over time.