Piermatteo
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Piermateo is a contemporary artist known for his works characterized by bright, rich colors and free imagination. Born in Termoli, Italy, in 1963, he is now active internationally, exhibiting his works in France, the UK, the US, and other countries. He has also held exhibitions in department stores in Japan and is beloved by many collectors.
His works feature a poetic world composed of vibrant colors and fantastical imagery. Positive themes such as music, joy, love, and happiness are expressed on the canvas, filling the viewer's heart with uplifting energy. Piermateo's art is praised for bringing hope and warmth to people in modern society.
He is both a painter and a musician, and music is a significant inspiration for his works. Musical instruments and motifs often appear in his pieces, with musical sensations like rhythm and harmony expressed through color and form. This musical sensibility gives his works a unique dynamism and cheerfulness.
In addition to paintings, Piermateo also creates colorful sculptures. His three-dimensional works, with their vibrant colors and light forms, exude the same bright energy as his paintings and are popular with many collectors.
Happy Art
Piermateo's works are sometimes referred to as "Happy Art" in the UK. This name originated because his art brings joy and happiness to people. He himself likes this expression and says it well represents the essence of his works.
For Piermateo, the act of painting is the driving force of creation itself. By traveling through a world of fantasy during the creative process, he discovers emotions and memories within himself, expressing the感動 and joy that arise from them as works of art. His works depict universal emotions such as happiness, love, and hope through colorful imagery.
While many contemporary art pieces explore social themes and strong critical commentary, Piermateo's works, in contrast, prioritize evoking positive emotions in people's hearts. His bright worldview is widely supported as art that brings a sense of security and joy to viewers.
Main Themes of His Works
Music
As a musician, music is a crucial inspiration for Piermateo. Musical instruments and motifs appear in his works, and rhythm and harmony are expressed through color and form.
Happiness and Joy
His works vividly express positive emotions such as happiness, joy, and love. Uplifting the hearts of viewers is a significant purpose of his creation.
World of Fantasy
Through the expansive world of fantasy during the creative process, poetic and fantastical images are born. This free imagination is the charm of Piermateo's works.
Energy of Color
Vibrant color is one of the most important elements of his work. Through the harmony and contrast of colors, his works are imbued with dynamism and vitality.
Biography
1963
Born in Termoli, Italy
1999
Received the Bronze Prize at the "Painters Witnessing an Era" Exhibition
2000
Received the Lions Clubs International Gold Award
Subsequently
Exhibited works in France, the UK, the US, and other countries
Held exhibitions in department stores in Japan
In addition to paintings, also creates colorful sculptures
Artist's Words
"When I paint, my heart's vibration increases. Then I feel energetic, and I can express positive emotions such as beauty, happiness, joy, and love on the canvas. As I am also a musician, I sometimes express musical joy, including instruments, in a painterly way."