Francesco Antonio Arena

Place: Mesagne

Born: 1978

Biography:

Francesco Arena is an Italian artist born in Mesagne, Brindisi, Italy in 1978. He lives and works in Cassano delle Murge, Bari, Italy. Arena's work explores the intersection of personal and collective history, often drawing inspiration from figures and events that have marked the history of Italy. He is known for his sculptures and installations, which often incorporate found objects and materials. Arena has had several solo exhibitions and has received numerous grants and awards, including the Fifth Edition of Italian Council in 2019. His work has been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world, including the Galleria Raffaella Cortese in Milan, the Sprovieri Gallery in London, and the Fondazione Imago Mundi in Treviso. In 2020, Arena starred in the Italian drama film 'Ultras' directed by Francesco Lettieri.