In late 2022, I began collaborating with my friend Kelvin at his expansive workshop, filled with heavy machinery and a plethora of tools. Kelvin specializes in crafting large-scale industrial equipment and structures from metal and stainless steel.
This environment sparked a deep resonance with the materials, leading me to incorporate metal into my own artistic practice. While I have traditionally enjoyed the tactile nature of my work through encaustic techniques using soft wax, my shift to metal has introduced a dynamic contrast. Both wax and metal, however, enable me to explore and expand upon sculptural forms, allowing for a richer expression in my art.
Michelangelo is a celebrated visual artist and musician. He began exploring his passion for painting at just 12 years old, studying under the esteemed local Italian painter Franco Iannelli, where he honed various painting techniques. By the age of 15, he had already showcased his talent in his first solo exhibition.
In the 1980s, Michelangelo furthered his artistic education by studying architecture and graphic design in Pescara and Rome. In the early 1990s, he staged multiple exhibitions in Italy before relocating to Berlin. There, he found a vibrant artistic community in East Berlin, a city rich with creative energy shortly after the fall of the Berlin Wall. This inspired environment allowed him to establish a studio and connect with fellow pioneering artists.
In late 1993, Michelangelo moved to Melbourne to advance his career in both painting and music. His artworks are featured in private collections across Australia, as well as in Cuba, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the USA. In addition to his visual art, Michelangelo is also a skilled musician who has played in various bands in Italy, Germany, and Australia, blending his creative passions into a cohesive artistic journey.