Francesco Pacelli
Perugia, Italy / 1988
Lives and works in Milan, Italy
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Francesco Pacelli graduated in Design from Politecnico di Milano in 2013. His artistic journey began with a focus on industrial design before transitioning into contemporary art. In 2016, he assisted artist Roberto Cuoghi during the exhibition Putiferio at Hydra Slaughterhouse, Deste Foundation for Contemporary Art in Greece. From 2018 to 2020, he was involved in the artistic direction of Dimora Artica, a project space in Milan.
Pacelli's work spans various mediums, including ceramics, synthetic materials, metals, graphite, and light. He creates sculptures, immersive installations, and drawings that explore themes such as the intersection of science and spirituality, the relationship between nature and artifice, and cosmic narratives. His creations often merge into fantastic and alternative environments, offering viewers an escape into unreal yet plausible scenarios.
His solo exhibitions include Notturno at UnaVetrina in Rome (2020), Fishy Fishy Fishy X at Rehearsal in Milan (2019), Abisso Elastico at Current Project in Milan (2019), and Stones and Stars and Spells at DES BAINS in London (2023). He has also participated in group exhibitions at venues such as Haus N in Athens (2022), Musée National Adrien Dubouché in Limoges (2019), and Nerve Visual Gallery in Londonderry (2016).
Through his work, Pacelli invites viewers to question the boundaries between reality and imagination, offering a space for reflection on the complexities of the contemporary world.