ABOUT

Angelo Asaro is an Italian artist based in London whose practice explores the psychological, philosophical, and existential dimensions of human experience through painting that merges figurative realism, symbolism, and the conceptual construction of the image.

Asaro defines his visual language as Noetic Surrealism, an artistic investigation in which surrealism does not arise from dreams or the automatism of the unconscious, but from consciousness itself. Visual reality is constructed through cognitive processes and a rigorous compositional architecture, in which every symbolic element occupies a precise position within a coherent system of meanings. The image is not conceived as a representation of the world, but as a reality designed by thought: a space where symbols, figures, and formal relationships become instruments for exploring the psychological and existential dimensions of human experience.

Holding a Master's degree in Engineering and having begun his professional career as a Product Manager, Asaro has developed an artistic approach characterized by structural rigor, analytical precision, and the intentional construction of imagery. This dialogue between rationality and imagination constitutes one of the defining aspects of his artistic practice.

His paintings address themes of identity, time, memory, contemporary alienation, the fragility of existence, and the relationship between the individual and society. Through realistic scenarios permeated by symbolic elements and impossible yet meaningful alterations, visible reality is transformed into a space for reflection on the complexity of human experience.

His practice draws inspiration from literature, philosophy, psychology, and art history. Growing up in Sicily, a land shaped by profound cultural and historical layers, contributed to his sensitivity toward themes of memory, perception, belonging, and inner conflict. Authors such as Luigi Pirandello have indirectly influenced his reflections on identity and the relationship between reality and appearance.

Moving to London added a further dimension to his artistic development. Immersed in the city's vibrant and cosmopolitan environment, his work evolved by intertwining personal experience with broader social concerns, resulting in paintings capable of resonating on both an individual and universal level.

Angelo Asaro's works have been exhibited in galleries, international exhibitions, and prestigious art fairs. His work has been featured in British Vogue, Vanity Fair, and numerous international art and cultural publications and platforms.

His paintings are held in private collections and are appreciated by collectors, gallery professionals, and art experts across several countries, reflecting the growing recognition of his artistic research.

In 2024, he was a finalist for both the ArtGemini Prize and the Zari Art Prize, two international awards recognizing contemporary artistic talent, with the work 'Ready-Made Thoughts'.

In 2025, he received First Prize at the Giotto International Visual Arts Award for the painting 'Silent War', a recognition celebrating artists capable of interpreting the spirit of their time through conceptual depth and expressive intensity.

In the same year, he was again selected as a finalist for the Zari Art Prize with the works 'Regrets' and 'Reflections of Ourselves'.

Further confirming his international profile, in 2025 he participated in the XV Florence Biennale – International Exhibition of Contemporary Art and Design, as well as the London Art Biennale 2025.

That same year, he was selected for the exhibition 'Fables' at London's Mall Galleries and for the Sanremo Art Festival – International Biennale Art Expo, hosted at the renowned Teatro Ariston, where he received an Honourable Mention from the Critics for the poetic and expressive strength of his artistic research.

In 2026, he was invited to participate in the Milan Biennale ArtExpo, receiving a Biennale Award for artistic excellence and creativity. During the same year, he took part in The Other Art Fair London, organized by the renowned Saatchi Art, and was included in the Atlante dell'Arte Contemporanea (Atlas of Contemporary Art), a prestigious reference publication presented at eCampus University in Rome and at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York.

EXHIBITIONS, FEATURES AND PRIZES

June 2026

Atlante dell'Arte Contemporanea 2026 – Featured in Atlante dell’Arte Contemporanea, a leading and authoritative publication in the field of contemporary art, offering an in-depth critical analysis of his artistic practice. The volume was launched at eCampus University in Rome and at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), New York.

May 2026

FineArtsNews – The article "Angelo Asaro: Weaving Worlds of Symbolism and the Self" was published on the online platform dedicated to fine arts and culture.

April 2026

Zari Exhibition - Zari Gallery, West End, London (UK).

Curated group exhibition featuring selected artists in a two-months showcase.

Biennale Milano Art Expo Official Catalogue - The painting 'Time and Existence - The Eternity of Moments' was featured in the Biennale Milano ArtExpo Official Catalogue 2026.

March 2026

Milan Biennale ArtExpo - Palazzo Stampa di Soncino, Milan (IT).

International contemporary art exhibition featuring a curated selection of artists from around the world, celebrating innovation and diversity in contemporary artistic practice.

Biennale Prize 2026, Milan Biennale ArtExpo, for artistic excellence and creativity.

SenzaLinea.it - The article “The Eternal Return of the Future”, a critical analysis of my painting 'Time and Existence – The Eternity of Moments' was published on the online magazine.

The Other Art Fair by Saatchi Art - The Truman Brewery, Shoreditch, London (UK).

Prestigious international art fair organized by the renowned Saatchi Art.

February 2026

EXI Art Show (Existential Art Exhibition) - Crypt Gallery, St Pancras Church, London (UK).

Curated thematic group exhibition exploring existential themes through contemporary art.

December 2025

Saatchi Art – 'Ready-Made Thoughts' was selected for inclusion in the "Art and Humor" collection, curated by Audrey Wolfe.

November 2025

Sanremo Art Festival | International Biennale Art Expo - Teatro Ariston, Sanremo (IT).

Biennial international showcase of contemporary arts that brings together artists from various countries and comes to life in Sanremo’s iconic Ariston Theatre.

Critics’ Honourable Mention, Sanremo Art Festival | International Biennale Art Expo, for his commitment to expressive research and poetic strength.

Zari Art Prize 2025 - Finalist with the paintings 'Lost in Reflection' and 'Regrets'. Finalists' Exhibition held at the Zari Art Gallery, London (UK).

International award dedicated to discovering and showcasing extraordinary artistic talent on a global scale, with a curated exhibition dedicated to the finalists.

Sanremo Art Festival Official Catalogue - The painting 'Innocence Divided' was featured in the Sanremo Art Festival Official Catalogue 2025.

October 2025

XV Florence Biennale | International Exhibition of Contemporary Art and Design - Fortezza da Basso, Florence (IT).

Curated international exhibition of contemporary art featuring artists from around the world. One of the most important independent events on an international level dedicated to contemporary art and design.

XV Florence Biennale Official Catalogue - The painting 'Bubbles of Life' was featured in the Florence Biennale Official Catalogue 2025.

September 2025

Untitled Chelsea Art Fair 2025 - Chelsea Old Town Hall, London (UK).

International artist-led art fair featuring a wide range of contemporary artworks in the vibrant setting of Chelsea Old Town Hall.

August 2025

Fables | Swanfall Art Annual Exhibition 2025 - Mall Galleries, The Mall, London (UK).

Curated thematic group exhibition investigating narrative as a method in contemporary art—from expression toward emotional and intellectual resonance.

VAA Artist of the Year Award 2025 - Selected for the UK & International Artists Prize Longlist.

July 2025

Winner of the First Prize in the Giotto International Visual Arts Award 2025 for the painting 'Silent War', a prestigious recognition for artists whose work reflects the spirit of our time. The awarded piece was praised by the jury as “a powerful denunciation of our passivity in the face of contemporary tragedies, executed with remarkable technical mastery and a striking visual language”.

London Art Biennale 2025 - Selected as one of the participating artists with the painting ‘The Appearance of Emptiness’. Exhibition held at the Chelsea Old Town Hall, London (UK).

Prestigious international exhibition of contemporary art, renowned for its exceptional curatorial standards , featuring outstanding contemporary artists from around the world.

Fattitaliani.it – The interview "Angelo Asaro selected for the London Art Biennale 2025: art must raise awareness and generate questions" was published on the online Magazine dedicated to arts and culture.

Effetto Arte Catalogue #7 - In the special section dedicated to the Giotto International Visual Arts Award 2025, the painting 'Silent War', winner of the First Prize, was published along with a critical review by Prof. Gian Mauro Sales Pandolfini, anthropologist and art critic.

London Art Biennale 2025 Official Catalogue - The painting 'The Appearance of Empiness' was featured in the London Art Biennale Official Catalogue 2025.

VAO Awards 2025 - Selected for the UK & International Emerging Artists Prize Longlist.

June 2025

Selected for the Giotto International Visual Arts Award 2025 with the painting 'Silent War'. Finalists' Exhibition held at the Galleria Monumentale di Palazzo Borghese, Florence (IT).

Prestigious International Award that honours artists who interpret the spirit of our time through expressive power, conceptual depth, and human sensitivity.

SoCro Art Competition 2025 - Finalist with the painting 'Unity in Diversity Harmony on Shared Land '. Finalists' Exhibition held at the Click Clock Gallery, Croydon, London (UK).

The competition celebrates 'Harmony in Diversity', embracing the diversity of artists in every form: in style, approach, expression, identity, and perspective.

Artist Talk Magazine Blog – The interview "Angelo Asaro: Surreal Reflections of Human Complexity" was published on the Art Blog.

April 2025

Candid Arts Community Exhibition - Candid Arts Trust Gallery, London (UK).

Curated group exhibition showcasing over 50 artists and designer-makers, celebrating the creativity of Islington and beyond.

Spring Salon - Candid Arts Trust Gallery, London (UK).

Curated group exhibition featuring emerging and established artists.

March 2025

BobCat Gallery - Putney, London (UK).

Curated group exhibition featuring selected artists in a month-long showcase.

Artist Talk Magazine - The paintings 'The Journey of Life' and 'Time and Existence - The Transmutation of Time' were featured in the March issue.

February 2025

EXI Art Show (Existential Art Exhibition) - Crypt Gallery, St Pancras Church, London (UK).

Curated thematic group exhibition exploring existential themes through contemporary art.

PAF Art Fair - Chelsea Old Town Hall, London (UK).

International artist-led art fair featuring a wide range of contemporary artworks.

January 2025

Suboart Magazine - Three paintings from the 'Time and Existence' series ('The Struggle for Immortality', 'The Illusion of Timeless Beauty' and 'The Eternity of Moments') were featured in the January issue.

November 2024

Zari Art Prize 2024 - Finalist with the painting 'Ready-Made Thoughts'. Finalists' Exhibition held at the Zari Art Gallery, London (UK).

International award dedicated to discovering and showcasing extraordinary artistic talent on a global scale, with a curated exhibition dedicated to the finalists.

AATONAU! – The article "Angelo Asaro: Precision Meets Imagination in Dreamlike Surrealism" was published on the Art Blog.

Winner of the Overall Prize for Outstanding Artistic Work – Elevate & Create Art Fair 2024, London (UK).

Elevate and Create Art Fair – Grand Junction Arts Centre, Crypt of St Mary Magdalene, Paddington, London (UK).

Curated art fair highlighting contemporary artists across diverse disciplines.

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Artist Talk Magazine – The paintings 'Ready-Made Thoughts' (double-page spread) and 'Bubbles of Life' (back cover) were eatured in the November issue.

Autumn Salon – Candid Arts Trust Gallery, London (UK).

Curated group exhibition featuring emerging and established artists.

October 2024

Vanity Fair: The painting ‘Unity in Diversity - Harmony on Shared Land’ was featured in the October issue.

September 2024

New Artist Fair - The Truman Brewery, Brick Lane, London (UK).

Curated contemporary art fair showcasing emerging and established artists.

Art Gemini Prize 2024 - Finalist with the painting 'Ready-Made Thoughts'. Finalists' Exhibition held at the London Lighthouse Gallery & Studio, London (UK).

International awards recognizing contemporary artistic talent, with a curated exhibition of finalists.

Vanity Fair - The painting 'The Kintsugi of the Soul' was featured in the September issue.

July 2024

VAO Awards 2024 - Longlisted for the UK & International Emerging Artists Prize.

Vanity Fair - The painting 'Time and Existence - The Eternity of Moments' was featured in the July/August issue.

British Vogue - The painting 'The Journey of Life' was featured in the July issue.

June 2024

Summer Salon - Candid Arts Trust Gallery, London (UK).

Curated group exhibition featuring emerging and established artists.

British Vogue - The painting 'Time and Existence - The Transmutation of Time' was featured in the June issue.

May 2024

British Vogue - The painting 'The Broken Scream' was featured in the May issue.

April 2024

Nature Song - Virtual Exhibition, EKM Gallery, Chelmsford (UK).

Contemporary Painting & Landscape - The Brick Lane Gallery, London (UK).

Curated group exhibition featuring contemporary painting and landscape art.

March 2024

Spring Salon - Candid Arts Trust Gallery, London (UK).

Curated group exhibition featuring emerging and established artists.

December 2023

Alchemy of the Surreal - Candid Arts Trust Gallery, London (UK).

Solo exhibition exploring the boundaries between reality and imagination.

October 2023

SB Art Gallery - The Archives, London (UK).

Group exhibition featuring emerging and established artists.

September 2023

Roy's Art Fair - Bargehouse, OXO Tower Wharf, London (UK).

Curated contemporary art fair showcasing emerging and established artists.