Luca Caccioni

Place: Bologna

Born: 1962

Biography:

Luca Caccioni is an Italian painter born in Bologna in 1962. He attended the Liceo Artistico and then the Accademia di Belle Arti of his city, where he graduated in Painting in 1985. In the same year, he joined the A.G.O group at its beginnings, where he dealt with image and communication.

Early Career

Caccioni's first significant exhibitions date back to the early 1990s, with his participation in the exhibition 'Nuova Officina Bolognese' at the Galleria d'Arte Moderna in Bologna in 1990 and his first personal exhibition at the Galleria Spazia in Bologna in 1991. His research moves within the pictorial field, overlapping unusual and contemporary materials such as acetates, on which he paints forms, signs, and places taken from his personal memory and from the suggestions of different cultures and historical periods.

Awards and Recognition

In 1994, Caccioni won the Michetti Prize in Francavilla a Mare. His first personal exhibition in a public space was held at the Palazzina dei Giardini in Modena in 1997. In this occasion, Caccioni directly intervened on the exhibition space with an installation.

Artistic Style and Themes

Caccioni's works are characterized by the use of different techniques and media, including painting, photography, installation, and video. His research is focused on the themes of memory, identity, time, and change. As seen in his artwork available on Wikioo.org, Caccioni's unique style and perspective have been influenced by various art movements, including Modernism and Mannerism.

Teaching and Academic Career

Caccioni has been teaching since 1988 and has held positions as a Professor of Painting at the Academy of Fine Arts in Palermo and at the Academy of Fine Arts in Brera. Today, he holds a Chair of Painting at the Academy of Fine Arts in Bologna. His academic career is a testament to his dedication to the arts and his ability to inspire future generations of artists.

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• Caccioni's artwork can be found in numerous public and private collections, including the Galleria d'Arte Moderna in Bologna and the MAMbo - Museum of Modern Art in Bologna.
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As a prominent figure in the Italian art scene, Luca Caccioni continues to inspire and influence artists with his unique style and perspective. His contributions to the world of art are a testament to his talent and dedication to his craft.