Reality is a funny thing. One person’s truth can look like a totally alien world to someone else. (Think about pineapple on pizza—it’s practically a philosophical debate at this point.)
In my recent interview with PAC Magazine, I shared a story that changed the way I think about, well, everything. It began with a child experiencing autism. Our realities couldn’t have been more different, yet we were standing in the same room, looking at the same objects. That moment made me question: what does “seeing” even mean?
It’s a question that’s stuck with me ever since and has shaped the way I approach my work. I’m obsessed with perspectives—the hidden ones, the clashing ones, the ones that make you pause and go, “Wait, what?” (The pineapple on pizza kind, but deeper.)
From Chaos to Málaga
We also talked about my move to Málaga, a place where the sun and the sea seem to conspire to slow you down. Here, life isn’t rushed, and art feels like it has room to breathe. It’s a far cry from the frenzied pace of other cities, and honestly, it suits me.
But let’s not get too romantic about it. Sure, Málaga is inspiring, but the real work? That happens in the mind (and occasionally in a frenzy of spilled paint and late-night coffee). I said in the interview that I start every painting by writing. Sometimes it feels like I’ve written a novel before I even touch the canvas. (Spoiler alert: no publishers have called yet.)
Painting Reality with Words—and People
Another part of the conversation I loved was about the people I’ve painted with over the years—kids who are blind, people without homes. These moments aren’t just collaborations; they’re lessons. Each person brings a perspective I couldn’t have imagined, and together, we create something neither of us could have done alone.
When I think back to those moments, I’m reminded why I do what I do: to explore, to connect, and maybe, just maybe, to nudge someone into seeing the world differently.
If you’re curious about these stories (or if you just want to know what I said when PAC asked me about reality), you can read the full interview here.
And if you do, drop me a line. Tell me what you see when you look at the world.
Until next time,
Fulvio