On the occasion of Milan Design Week 2023, DesignCircus created the event in which Stefano Epis and Paolo Pastorino presented ‘Osvaldo SMILE’. The new look of ‘Osvaldo’, designed by Stefano, represents a message of joy and lightness with a smile.
Osvaldo ‘Smile’ Ceramics 2023
Stefano Epis’ works are characterized by an experimental use of typography, which goes beyond its simple communicative purpose.
Each letter is treated as an independent entity, capable of communicating its own meaning.
Stefano creates a real visual universe, in which letters combine and overlap to create unique patterns and shapes.
There are women with whom deep empathy can be established immediately. “I Love You” is dedicated to just one of these. Created with his decomposed language, and becoming one of his best-known works.
I Love You Mixed technique 2019
Stefano has succeeded in creating his distinctive style, which skillfully combines typographic art with a modern and innovative vision. His works are distinguished by the creative use of letters, which are put together in an unexpected way, creating a surprising visual harmony. Each of his works tells a unique story, which can be interpreted in different ways by each observer. Words become images, immersing the public in a world of forms and thoughts.
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The opera ‘Ho Fame! ‘ It represents a metaphorical and symbolic hunger that goes beyond the need for food, interpreted as a lack of culture, knowledge and openmindedness. It indicates a desire for inner enrichment, new experiences, authentic and deep feelings, meaningful relationships and planning. It represents the search for a thirst that nourishes the meaning and fullness of life.
Ho Fame!
Mixed technique 2023
He hardly ever uses colors, but only black on white is an artistic choice that reflects his vision and his personal style. White represents purity and innocence while black evokes mystery and depth. This immediate impact captures the attention of the viewers and the black on white highlights the shapes and lines of my messages.
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The Fifteen series aims to teach important values such as empathy, courage and respect, through engaging stories and memorable characters. Thanks to their common birth number, Totò, Virgilio and Martin L. King represent a special bond between them, creating a strong sense of unity and solidarity. Fifteen Mixed technique
He is an artist whose talent lies in the art that calls him to himself. His hand draws with a looseness and freedom that seem to escape any rational control. His works were born spontaneously, sometimes taking shape even before he conceived the idea himself. It’s as if his hands were guided by an external force, a mysterious presence that inspires and guides him through the creative process.
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‘I am Snob’ is a silent, yet powerful cry of protest. It invites us to overcome stereotypes and to ignore the superficial judgments that are inflicted on us. In a world where progress seems to be measured only by the type of brands we own or the places we frequent, the work “I am Snob” urges us to ask ourselves if this is really what defines our value as individuals. Are we really free to think and act beyond social conventions and labels?
I am Snob.
Mixed technique 2023
Sometimes, Stefano starts an opera and then resumes it after several months, feeling that it has not yet reached its full development, nor ready to see the light of day. It’s hard to say if it’s his emotions, or rather his vibrations, that trigger the impulse to create one thing rather than another. However, what is certain is that he loves to find himself, at the end of the day, with his fingers dirty with ink and glue.
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The grammar of feelings” is a work that thrills every time you lay your eyes on it, thinking that it was conceived and created before the serious Covid pandemic took over, and exhibited at HOMI, in 2020. The two vases that make up the work, with their imperfect forms, embody the fragility of the human emotional journey, while outlining the interiority and the incessant search for connection with... Caresses, Hugs and Kisses
Ceramics / WabiSabi 2020
But his work is not limited only to visual art. Thanks to his ability to adapt his designs to different surfaces, his works can also be used as furnishing accessories such as wallpaper, helmets, carpets and more. In this way, Stefano manages to combine art with functionality, creating objects that not only aesthetically enrich an environment, but also transmit a positive and exciting message.
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The work “1975” is inspired by this intimate and affectionate memory, and represents a tribute to grandmother and her ability to create moments of joy and well-being through simple daily gestures. 1975
Mixed technique 2020
Each piece created is a work of art in itself, capable of communicating a powerful and evocative message. His works are full of overwhelming positivity, able to make you smile and transmit emotional strength. This is why they are appreciated and commissioned by individuals and companies that are increasingly demanding and seeking uniqueness.
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In 2012, Stefano began creating his first works, which he called ‘Ri-Tract’. The works were characterized by a fantasy that seemed almost more real than reality itself. The goal was to create works that could make you smile and transmit positive energy. In 2013, he was selected to participate in an auction organized by Sotheby’s with the work “Ri-Tratto a Pinco Pallino”.
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In 2013, one of his works, entitled “Ri-Tratto a Pinco Pallino”, was sold by Sotheby’s, a testament to the value and appreciation of his creative genius. His art continues to inspire and fascinate, leaving a mark on the world of contemporary art. Stefano Epis is undoubtedly a talented artist who leaves an indelible mark in the field of typeart.
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This work represents the reinterpretation of the famous three monkeys: it wants to transmit a message of wisdom and responsibility in the way we relate to the world around us. It invites us to be aware of our actions and the words we speak, trying to promote the positive. The three monkeys, commonly known as ‘I don’t see, I don’t hear, I don’t speak’, I interpreted them as ‘Listen, Observe, Tell. Monkeys
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His works are surprising and engaging, able to immediately capture the viewer’s attention. His talent for manipulating letters is evident in each of his creations, which manages to transmit a powerful and emotional message.
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This series pays homage to Italian politics through a delicate satire, presenting surreal images capable of animating the opinions of homes and offices with something new and original. The first to be targeted by my creative trait are Di Maio, Renzi and Salvini. The works must be carefully observed and read, as they tell stories without ever becoming vulgar or offensive.
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Stefano’s artistic project has developed over the years, embracing various styles and projects, which he defines as “Chapters”, and different artistic approaches. However, love for the printer has always been the common thread, thanks to her ability to communicate and to be manipulated with great imagination.
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