Tellas: Sardinia's Street Art Pioneer on Nature, Travel, and Urban Regeneration

Fabio Schirru, known as Tellas, hails from Cagliari and was born in 1985. In 2014, HuffPost recognized him as one of the 25 most significant street artists, and he was included in the 2015 Contemporary Urban Guide. His artistic journey commenced in 1997, inspired by hip-hop publications. Influences on his work include Phase2, Sol LeWitt, Cy Twombly, Morandi, and Olafur Eliasson. A pivotal moment occurred in 2005 when he connected with prominent muralists in Bologna, resulting in large murals. His first notable piece debuted at the 2011 Nuart festival. Tellas's methodology involves site explorations and local insights. His 2020 publication 'Appunti' showcases 180 travel sketches. In 2016, he explored climate issues in 'Clima Estremo' and critiqued wind turbine developments in Sardinia. His current projects encompass canvas, wood, neon, and fabric, with an exhibition anticipated next year.