ABOUT ME

Nello Petrucci is an Italian visual artist and filmmaker who lives between Pompeii and New York. He is distinguished for his style that combines collage and halftone to create engaging images, inspiring reflections on contemporary social issues. He began his career as a filmmaker, studying cinematography in Rome at the N.U.C.T. and then Scenography at the Academy of Fine Arts in Naples. He has collaborated with film directors such as Martin Scorsese, Ari Taub, Manetti Bros, and Antonio Capuano. His works are based on collage, primarily using torn movie posters from the streets, prints that he processes with the halftone technique. He takes from the street to give back to the street. He has exhibited his works in various museums and institutional venues worldwide. With his work "The Essence of Lightness," he was the only Italian artist to exhibit at the World Trade Center in New York as part of the Silverstein Foundation project. The influence of Pompeian painting style is often evident in his works, which have made him one of the most respected street art artists of the moment. He is also known for his social commitment, using communicative images with direct and powerful symbolism to express his opinions and concerns on issues such as social justice, equality, diversity, and the environment. Art as a tool for social change is a central theme in Petrucci's work, actively engaging in support. He has created several works that have attracted media attention, such as the sculpture "Plastic River," a whale made from recycled plastic. Petrucci has directed several short films that have received numerous international awards. His latest work, "The Last Whisky with the Mad Hatter," was nominated for a Golden Globe in 2020. He is the artistic director of the Pompeii Street Festival, an international street art event held annually in Pompeii. His social commitment to supporting and helping the less fortunate gives rise to the "Art Helps People" project. Through the proceeds, he finances humanitarian and social projects worldwide. His work continues to inspire and engage audiences worldwide, making him a prominent figure in the contemporary art scene. His latest sculpture, "The Dance of the Abyss," is featured at the 2024 Venice Art Biennale in the Grenada Pavilion.