At the heart of every artistic movement is an irresistible urge to express something greater than oneself. For Marco Lombardi, known artistically as Pollution, this urge is rooted in a deep sense of environmental responsibility, a defining characteristic of his generation - the Millennials. His art is born from ecological awareness and develops into a unique form of expression that has captured the attention of the art world.

The Origins

Born in Como in 1993, Pollution has always felt the urge to express his emotions and inspirations through art. In 2015, he took the vital decision to leave his job as a textile expert to devote himself completely to his passion, giving life to "Pollution Art".

The Self-Taught Path

Without formal training in art, Pollution embarked on a journey of self-study, experimenting with the reuse of printmaking frames, now obsolete tools of the textile industry. These hard-to-dispose of items provided a foundation for her artistic exploration, with their varying sizes and pre-existing designs fueling her creativity.

Varied Techniques

His creative process is a fusion of different artistic techniques that include splashes of water-based paint, acrylics, spray cans, resins and permanent markers. Through these techniques, Pollution creates works that reflect a dialogue between man and the environment.

Recognition in the Art World

2020 marked a turning point when gallerist Mario Mazzoleni, a noted collector of Andy Warhol's work, noticed Pollution's work. His work, "Marilyn's Mask," an intense portrait of Marilyn Monroe wearing a gas mask, was exhibited in the "Warhol & Friends" exhibition at Mazzoleni Art Gallery, alongside Warhol's iconic image of Marilyn.

The Eco Art

Pollution's Eco Art is an incessant exploration of means and techniques to create a harmonious and aesthetic dialogue between man and the environment. His openness to experimentation leads him to see the artistic potential even in everyday objects such as shoes, clothes and furniture.

A Second Artistic Life

According to Pollution, the possibility of a second life, an "artistic life", lies in everything, even in seemingly useless objects. His art invites us to see beyond the superficial, exploring the potential hidden in every element of our world.

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