Mario’s Artist Statement
My art is intended to be like an opened book – communication without borders. I believe art must be first of all therapeutic, soothing the heart of the observer.
Some time ago I received a call from a family of one of my collectors thanking me for the beauty of my art. The young wife dying of cancer told the husband and children, “How much joy those paintings have brought to me”. That those canvases alleviated her suffering even if for a minute is fantastic!
My heart and soul were strengthened in the perseverance of my art. To bring beauty and love into people's hearts. That is what keeps me at my easel many a night and day.