About

Francesco Carrasso (b. 1989, Bari, Italy) is a visual artist whose practice centers around the relationship between natural and urban landscapes, profoundly influenced by his early engagement with hip-hop subculture and urban graffiti which became pivotal in his creative expression.

Carasso’s signature project, “MAMT,” Carrasso portrays a layered contemporary universe where letters and figurative elements converge, forming a unique vocabulary that documents the complexity of contemporary existence. His paintings are characterized by vibrant colors and instinctive gestures that intertwine with figurative elements, culminating in a unique narrative that captures the vibrancy of daily life.

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From walls to canvases and paper, painting has been Carrasso’s paramount passion since his early years. Introduced to graffiti at the age of 13, he underwent a transformative period that led him to explore and incorporate this medium into a classical framework. Letters became a central motif in his repertoire, blending with figurative elements inspired by cave paintings and the unadulterated lines of children’s drawings.

Carrasso’s artistic process involves a layered approach, beginning with pure, instinctive gestures in drawing. He applies colors and lines with a spontaneous touch, allowing figures to emerge and weave together to form a cohesive narrative. This approach reflects his desire to transcend conventional techniques, embracing the purity of lines and the essence of his artistic vision.