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Paolo Gambi is a renowned post-contemporary multimedia artist, poet, and performer, celebrated for his innovative approach to blending various artistic mediums.
As a leading expert in ecphrastic poetry, Paolo has pioneered the fusion of poetry with visual art, from bodypainting to mosaic installations, from sculpture to audiovisual. His unique ability to craft poems within the material itself has earned him international acclaim.
Notably, Paolo is among the first artists worldwide to delve into the realm of NFT poetry, with his works being featured in prestigious projects, including a selection by Stanford University. He was one of the first Europeans to deal with poetry and artificial intelligence.
He has lectured at universities in Italy, Switzerland and Malta.
He founded and directs two poetry prizes, the most important Italian ecphrastic poetry prize in Venice, together with the Bevilacqua La Masa Foundation, and the international Dante Laurel Prize at the tomb of the Supreme Poet in Ravenna. In 2024, he crowned Nobel laureate Jon Fosse with the Laurel.
At the helm of Rinascimento Poetico (Poetry Renaissance), Paolo spearheads a global poetry network aimed at democratizing poetic expression. Through Rinascimento Poetico, he empowers individuals from diverse backgrounds to discover their voice through poetry, transcending barriers of culture, gender, and ideology.
Paolo’s impact extends beyond the literary realm. He has initiated thousands into the practice of poetry, fostering personal growth and civic engagement among communities worldwide.
As a prolific author, Paolo has published over thirty books, many in collaboration with esteemed publishers like the Mondadori Group. His art delves into the mysteries of language, psychology, and technology, offering a profound exploration of the human experience.
Recognized with numerous awards, including the José Rizal Heritage Award (Switzerland) and Perspektif Kültür (Turkey), Paolo’s contributions to the cultural landscape have been widely celebrated. He has been honored as a cultural ambassador along the Silk Road and is a distinguished Academician of prestigious institutions like the Incamminati and the Studium Accademia di Casale e del Monferrato. He was a long-time contributing editor of the Catholic Herald in London and was testimonial of the month of Italian culture in the Principality of Monaco.
Media outlets globally have lauded Paolo’s artistic vision, from The Los Angeles Press to RAI, from Lumieres Internationales to Corriere della Sera. His work continues to inspire audiences across borders, transcending linguistic and cultural boundaries.
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