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As a child growing up in Puglia, Nella de Luca Lush found herself surrounded by art and artists, so it’s no surprise that she carved out a career for herself as a painter. Though the North Andover-based artist has been living in the United States on and off since 1983, “the old country” – as she calls it – still influences her immensely, with scenes of Italy constantly showing up on her canvasses. Here, she talks about Italy, her inspiration and why she doesn’t create conventionally “beautiful” works. Bostoniano: How did you first discover the world of art as a ...

Please join architect and artist Adam Van Doren at the Dante Alighieri Society for an illustrated book presentation on Friday, May 3, 2013.

When: February 4, 2013  — 7pm  Where: Grove Manor at 160 Grove St, Braintree, MA [Map] The Italian-American Cultural Organization of the South Shore (IACO) is an Italian culture group that fosters a greater awareness about the Italian culture based in the South Shore of Massachusetts. At this months meeting, Local famed artist Patricia DeBiase will present her various works of art.  Patricia will share your journey and insight to the world of art.  Join them as they discover and share Italian culture. Refreshments will be served.  Visitors and new members are welcome. Contact Information: Dominic Candelieri — [email protected]

An exclusive interview with painter Marian Dioguardi, who recalls how she was influenced growing up in an Italian family in East Boston and her fascination with laundry lines... and Jell-O.

When: Course — August 27 – 31 (5 sessions, Monday to Friday), 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Exhibit — August 28 to September 7, 2012 Opening reception with artist — Thursday, August 30, 4 to 6 p.m. Where: Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill — 10 Meetinghouse Road, Truro MA [map] For more more information on this course, contact the Truro Center at 508-349-7511. Vico Fabbris was born in Northern Italy. From an early age he copied works by Leonardo, Raphael, and Caravaggio. In Florence, he became a Maestro d’Arte completing a MFA painting curriculum at the Accademia ...

The Italian Studies Program at Boston College presents Dr. Charles Scribner III speaking on Bernini.

Photos from the artist reception event held by Marian Dioguardi at Athan's Bakery & Cafe in Brookline.

A special event with Romula, of "Che Bella Vita - Friendly Framer."

Italian-born artist Nando Pellegrino will exhibit his paintings at the Italian General Consulate

East Boston native Marian Dioguardi presents "La Dolce Vita" art exhibition at Athan's Bakery and Caf´ in Brookline, March 4 - April 30.

Prof. Franco Mormando (Boston College) presents his latest book on artist Lorenzo Bernini and his relationship with Rome.

Gallery talk held by Lindsay Alberts at MFA.