Vito Campanella

Vito Campanella

Great poet of plastic surrealism

Having seen and admired so many Campanella’s works, is time to determine their significance and worth. I proudly announce that Vito Campanella is a great painter, one of the best surrealist masters and his creations are both matchless and inspiring.
Since the beginning and close to the great Giorgio De Chirico’s metaphysical landscapes, somewhat influenced in turn by Giotto’s imposing murals, Campanella (note that the three painters were born in Italy) has attempted to avoid life’s inclement circumstances. To our delight, he has liberated his fantasy and gift instead. Although I know him well and easily recognize his unmistakable style, his endless resources, surprising impelling forces and powerful aesthetic drive continue to amaze me. All his works are true masterpieces highly appreciated by spectators and critics alike.
Campanella’s flawless design compares only with that from the Renaissance most remarkable painters and even if his palette usually favors cool colors, the result is definitely warm and lively in their motifs and charming narrative. As mentioned previously, Campanella searches for the soul and marvelously describes myths, legends, heroic deeds and other spiritual adventures.
Those willing to explore Campanella’s works may stumble not on unfriendly bushes but the fascinating blossoms of his unique style. A respectful artist, he paints to ease and mend shattered feelings.
Before leaving this book I wish to quote Macbeth’s words, “We are made from the wood of our dreams.” Yes, Shakespeare knew it and Campanella’s paintings stem from his fantasy, the implausible matter from which his singular characters arise. Contrasting yet convincing, telling and authentic dreams nurtured by Campanella’s imagination, hallucinations and chimeras without which life and death may be senseless experiences.

César Magrini
Writer and art critic

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