I was born in Italy and I graduated at the Polytechnic of Milan. I worked for several years as a registered architect before moving to Sydney in 1995. I continued my universities studies in Australia receiving a Master in Design Science at USYD. I attended art classes at the Julian Ashton School of Sydney and I was semifinalist in the 2017 Doug Moran National Portrait Prize. During the last years I moved away from traditional mediums becoming more interested in the application of laser cutting as a new creative tool for multi-dimensional art.
My production methodology integrates digital fabrication with physical craftsmanship: I use drawing software to create laser-cut elements that are layered and interlocked into geometric wall models.
I also apply needlework on my models through laser-guided pathways, either to join different elements or to draw on their surfaces. The process is laborious but the results are very satisfying: no longer the intricate, naturalistic images we associate with traditional embroidery but delicate geometric compositions of tensioned cotton – reminiscent of fine technical rendering. The different qualities of plexiglas, wood and cotton yarn are combined in unique, interesting objects. My works can be found in private collections in different countries.