A lot of culture, both material and immaterial, converges in the pebble mosaic. It is one of the oldest arts in humanity, still little explored and known. What I find exceptional about it is that it allows you to compose constructive masterpieces with humble elements supplied by nature.

Very! First, the pebble mosaic is an incredibly detailed description of Liguria’s natural environment, entirely made of stone and sea. Second, the history of the local tradition describes part of the Ligurian genius loci and of its historical capital Genoa.

There is a lot of preparatory work behind it, but when everything finally comes to the actual laying of the stones, you reach a state of ecstasy. The laying of the pebbles is a very meticulous job, which requires a concentration that borders on meditation!

In 2022, I was awarded the title Maestro d'Arte e Mestiere, which is the most important prize in the world of the arts and crafts in Italy, granted by the Fondazione Cologni dei Mestieri d'Arte with other institutions. It was a great honour and a great incentive to always do better.