Er Pinto: Street Poetry as Urban Communication
An anonymous poet from Rome known as Er Pinto merges poetry with street art through his initiative called 'Street Poetry.' He started this journey in 2010 with Poeti der Trullo, departing after six years. His work was included in Metroromantici in 2015, which achieved sixth place nationally in 2017 among La Feltrinelli's best-selling poetry books. In 2017, he released his debut solo publication, Il Peso delle Cose. As part of the duo Point Eyes, he collaborates with Yest and has also partnered musically with Giulia Anania, Emilio Stella, Piotta, and Colle der Fomento. His poetry can be found in cities like Rome, Milan, Prague, Paris, and New York. He views street poetry as a means of direct engagement and is adjusting to the pandemic's effects. Upcoming endeavors include a new book and a solo exhibition.
Key facts
- Er Pinto is an anonymous poet and street artist from Rome.
- He was part of the collective Poeti der Trullo from 2010 to 2016.
- In 2015, his work was included in Metroromantici, a collection that ranked sixth nationally in 2017 among best-selling poetry books at La Feltrinelli.
- He published his first solo book, Il Peso delle Cose, in 2017.
- He collaborates with Yest in the duo Point Eyes.
- His street poetry has appeared in Rome, Milan, Prague, Paris, and New York.
- He uses markers and spray paint for his wall writings.
- He is working on a new book and a solo exhibition.
Entities
Artists
- Er Pinto
- Yest
- Giulia Anania
- Emilio Stella
- Piotta
- Colle der Fomento
- Alessia Tommasini
Institutions
- Poeti der Trullo
- La Feltrinelli
- Artribune
Locations
- Rome
- Italy
- Milan
- Prague
- Paris
- New York
- Trullo
- Trastevere
- Testaccio
- Ostiense
- Centocelle