Francesco Dezio

Francesco Dezio is a contemporary Italian artist whose creative journey encompasses both the realms of literature and visual arts. Beginning his career as a writer, he gained recognition with the publication of the cult novel "Nicola Rubino entered the factory" in 2004 (Feltrinelli) and later reissued by Terrarossa in 2017. His literary portfolio expanded with works like "Someone made it out alive from the Eighties" (Stilo, 2014), "La gente per bene" (Terrarossa, 2018), "Attention to the dog!" (AA.VV., Laterza Edizioni, 2019), "Ti Racconto una canzone" (AA.VV., Arcana Editore), and "The mechanics of the sofa" (Ensemble Edizioni, 2021), with a notable mention of 74 titles presented at the 2022 Strega Prize.

Simultaneously, Francesco nurtured a passion for painting and illustration, forging his skills as a self-taught artist. Proficient in various mediums, including oil, acrylic, watercolor, ink, pencils, and digital art, he explores the intersection of traditional and contemporary techniques in his visual expression.

In 2014, Francesco delved deeper into the realm of illustration, participating in a workshop on publishing, which included a Visual Design course directed by Riccardo Falcinelli, the esteemed art director of Einaudi, Laterza, Minimumfax, and other renowned publishers. Since then, he has collaborated with various publishers, establishing himself as an illustrator for notable entities such as Terrarossa Edizioni, Les Flaneurs, Ensemble, Stilo, Tempesta, and Antonio Mandese.

Francesco Dezio's artistic journey weaves a rich tapestry, blending literary prowess with a diverse and evolving visual language, making him a versatile and accomplished figure in the contemporary Italian artistic landscape.

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