Ettore Pinelli on Choosing Sicily for His Artistic Practice

Ettore Pinelli, who was born in 1984 in Modica, has chosen to focus his artistic journey right in Sicily, especially in Modica, Ragusa. After finishing his studies at the Accademia di Belle Arti in Florence in 2010, he returned to his roots and developed a unique artistic style that blends figurative elements with abstraction. He sees Sicily as a place full of contrasts, where a small but vibrant cultural scene of galleries and independent projects creates an environment that isn’t driven by commercial interests. In 2018, he teamed up with Francesco Rinzivillo to launch Studio[2], which has grown from a simple artists' studio into a collaborative space for various creators. Pinelli believes that working together is vital in such cultural settings, allowing artists to create an independent system. He notes that the local community has embraced these genuine cultural efforts, showing that even smaller areas can become thriving centers for creativity.