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A day off in Milano, visiting INCISIONE ARTE by Giuliano Grittini a Corbetta based artist and also art printer and photographer.

Have I mentioned that I love his works? Because I do. I love them.

Please take a moment to explore this section, Art, and read the interview with him.

You can find more photo in the Gallery section.

Gabriella

Ilian Rachov

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FORREST RODTS

I first encountered Mr. Rodts’s talent on Twitter, by hitting the like button on a post with one of his paintings.
I did not even realize it could have been a painting for how perfect it was. In fact at first I thought it was a photo instead. It was very detailed with a few wooden moored boats one next to the other, like team mates resting together after the adventure. A white sail rolled up and the hull reflecting on the ocean.
While admiring that paint, it came to mind that at times all we would need is a small boat, to taste some freedom.
It seemed to be able to see the pitching hull accompanied by a light slap, a gentle rocking, a light warm breeze, the smell of salt and those typical light reflections of the small waves movement, when the sea is calm and… that alone gave me a feeling of quietness and stillness.
I kept watching it and it seemed like a nice break from hectic everyday life.
I tried to find his contact info on a social media and eventually I decided to contact the man also know as the “Caravaggio of New England”.
A bit shy… knowing how artists can be at times? Also considering my almost zero tolerance against all forms of snooty, arrogance and rudeness, you should understand my fear in contacting him
but instead, amazingly enough, I came across a very nice person. A person who stands behind the meaning of the word gentleman! Really!
(He was also very considerate and helpful despite my poor English skills).
I asked for clarification, and when I got confirmation that those were indeed his paintings and not photo edits… it was, again, love at first sight.
I went ahead and searched for all photos I could find of his paintings, each one being uniquely beautiful and I made an album to which I keep adding on.
It is not an easy task to describe the sensations (especially from a painting), because (just like memories) those are personal feelings, but trust me… it’s really worth to take some time and explore the work of this artist. Below you can read a short interview he kindly granted us. (Gabriella)

Read the interwiev

GIULIANO GRITTINI

GIULIANO GRITTINI – Photographer, art printer, artist.

My first encounter with Giuliano Grittini was random and actually not looked for either.

I am not an expert in modern art and may never become one actually… I belong to the category of people that, when invited to an art show, try to show a neutral facial expression but in actuality think: “please,no!” “Can’t take this” etc.

Because of that, I try to document myself ahead (on the artist and his work alike), to avoid arriving there to admire work that might make me think “if I received it as a gift I would sell it the next day” or “I would not even keep in my dark basement”.

Regretfully, not having had a chance to read anything ahead of time, it truly felt like a blind date.

The exhibit was organized by Formitalia Luxury Group SpA and held at the Aston Martin center in Milano. I decided to attend and check out the new “Luxury” line of furniture 100% Made in Italy made for Aston Martin.

With that in mind, what started as a blind date, with no particular desire nor any positive energy on my side, turned into a rapid quick change of mind; I loved it!

Sort of like “Folgorata sulla via di Damasco”? (ed struck on the road to Damascus).

The title was “ I Miti” with work inspired by the luxury cars by Aston Martin as well as icons such as Mick Jagger, The Beatles, Marilyn Monroe and of course the man who better than others spells legacy with Aston Martin: Sean Connery.

I recall that the grand opening was set for the next days and therefore it seemed quiet and peaceful for me to attend. It was also happening at the same time as the Salone del Mobile (ed furniture expo).

Did i say I was struck? Perhaps a bit more than that. I was admiring each painting for a while. Almost like hypnotized and not paying attention to the clock at all. I recall the one about Mick Jagger in particular.. I could not understand why, while being so different and in contrast with one another, when put together they all just worked amazingly well.

Every piece was just so beautiful and in harmony with each other.

Silver, gold, an old music script, some hot red color brushes, a bit of a poem, a Mick Jagger picture, all blending into something magic.

Quiet some time went by from that blind date, giving me a chance to meet Grittini personally and to appreciate him more, attend other shows and to visit his famous art printing business (www.incisionearte.it). and not to mention… to chat with him for a moment (or two..)

Please continue the reading, as this interview, which serves as a mini biography, rather than a philosophical-artistic dissertation happens to be also a narration of his journey. Perhaps, an aspiring photographer or art printer or artist could benefit from him and transform his dream into reality?

This is what transpired from my meeting with his wife Marina Cerati, his daughter Lora and of course with Giuliano Grittini himself. Enjoy the reading.

Read the Interview