Born in Mola Di Bari, Italy, and living in the US since the late fifties, Leonardo has been entering his work on a not so frequent basis since 1970, in open juried shows, outdoor art shows and galleries.  However, when Leonardo does exhibit his work, he always attracts large audiences to his paintings because of the life stories they depict and unique style.

To enhance his natural abilities, Leonardo has studied painting at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NY and The School of Visual Arts in New York City.  It is very unfortunate that he does not show his work more frequently.  Sometimes, many years go by before he exhibits, but when he does, to quote other artists, “Leonardo’s work is always very interesting and always has a stirring impact with viewers."

Leonardo’s work, to say the least, is original and real, and to classify his work in a particular type of painting school, is difficult.  Perhaps the closest is the Ash Can School of the 30’s.  His paintings are truly unique in his portrayal of urban life, people in unique situations in every day living.  Leonardo paints for himself, and not to please others for the purpose of color matching or interior decorating. His works are conversation pieces which stimulate feelings and emotions, as most decorative art work cannot. So, if you're looking for a good story, look at Leonardo’s paintings, they tell about life.  Truly, his paintings are worth a thousand words.

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Work currently on display at "The Great Frame Up" Art Gallery, Holmdel, NJ