Italian Painter's Unique Art

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Italian artist Mario Mariotti has been dead for over a decade now, but the unusual pieces of art he created still amazes people, both young and old. Unlike other artists, Mario did not use any expensive canvas for his creations - just some paint, a little imagination and some hands or feet.

He then photographed each one of them and over the years the photographs have become works of art. While alive, he published several books with photos of his creations, including 'Hanimations', which has become a favorite with kids of all ages since it was published in 1989.

Mario Mariotti's work became so popular that he inspired a whole new art genre (category) called 'Animani' and his work was even featured in an AT&T commercial.

We hope you are as fascinated by his work as we are. Be sure to let us know by adding your comments below.

Source: DailyMail.Co.Uk.

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  • nikukyu
    nikukyuabout 11 years
    The elephant is AWESOME!!!!
    • Joelyover 11 years
      Are they real hands? It is awesome
      • AWSOME SAUCE!over 11 years
        So cool, wish I could do that
        • Mover 11 years
          Cool
          • warriorover 11 years
            Wow that's is amazing how does he do it that is wow i wish i was that good i don't have a favourite \they are all so good
            • nasiralmost 12 years
              i like your work of art
              • winstonalmost 12 years
                i love the elephant lol
                • kkabout 12 years
                  Incredible
                  • kkabout 12 years
                    omg
                    • sapphire
                      sapphireover 12 years
                      Incredible