Discover the contemporary work of Lupe FICARA

I was born on January 19, 1968 in Milano, Italy. I live in Montreuil, France.My father was a well-known painter; he was an honorary member of the Academy of Fine Arts of Brera in Milano. He let me play with his paintbrushes and colours and use them on walls and canvas as I took my first steps in his atelier. However, he encouraged me not to follow his painting style and to express myself according to my personal talents. I have been working in my own atelier during the years of Secondary School specialized in Classical Studies. I attended the Liceo Parini in Milano and I graduated in 1986. I started University at the age of eighteen, I became independent and moved out; although, I learned painting, modelling and sculpting techniques by my way.I opened my first Studio of Fine Arts in 1996. I’ve always tried to diversify my artistic production, so I started to realize mosaics and handicrafts, but I never quit painting.During these years, I showed my works in personal and collective exhibitions, generally in Art Centres in Italy and in France, as specified in the list above.I then realized many works for private clients, including mosaics, furniture and mural décors in restaurants and pubs. In particular, I’d like to mention one very special mosaic work - about ten foot by four foot - realised on commission and exhibited as a mural décor at Chico Mendes, an equitable trade shop situated in the centre of Milano (Corso San Gottardo).Starting from 2001, I reside and work at my actual address in Montreuil, France.