Sandro Martini was an Italian artist renowned for his contributions to painting and sculpture. Born in 1941, Martini's artistic journey began in Livorno, a city known for its sweeping winds and rhythmic waves that would later influence his work. His talent was recognized early on by his art school teachers in Livorno, setting him on a path that would lead to a significant impact on the contemporary art scene. In the 1960s, Martini set foot in Milan, a city that was at the time a cultural hub, brimming with life, excess, and creativity. Milan's cultural landscape was fertile ground for movements like Arte Povera, and it was here that Martini's career began to flourish. He became a privileged artist in a city that knew how to gratify its artists, and he was one of the first in the 1970s to receive a salary for his art, a testament to his standing in the art community. Martini's work was deeply connected to the Italian scene, and he was able to draw from the cultural ferment around him. His paintings were like open-air markets viewed from above, a confluence of goods, fruits, colors, and people. He worked closely with his old helper, Luca Lovati, often lying on the canvases as they painted, a method that brought him closer to his creations. Throughout his career, Martini exhibited all over the world, with installations in Brazil, California, New York, Switzerland, Canada, and numerous exhibitions in Italy, including his last one in Livorno, the city of his birth. His work found a home in many prestigious locations, including the Royal Palace in Milan, which owns many of his paintings. Martini's approach to art was both scientific and passionate. He was known to clean his studio with the precision of a scientist, bringing order and peace between reason and passion. His work on the floor was not just a physical process but a philosophical one, as he encountered order and science in his creative practice. A highly cultured man, Martini was also a writer, penning several essays including "The Scents of Painting," an anthology of thoughts about the meaning of painting. His lectures at OCAD University and readings at the Italian Cultural Institute were memorable for their depth and connection to his work. Despite his success, Martini's life was not without struggle. He battled addiction and pain, and like many artists, he had a death wish that he had to confront. His assistant, Luca Lovati, tragically died after falling from a ladder at the Royal Palace in Milan, a loss that undoubtedly affected Martini. Martini was a traveler, though not in the conventional sense. He once said, "The only people for me are the mad ones; the ones who are mad to live, mad to talk," reflecting his desire for a life lived with intensity and passion. His installations often featured la vela, the sail, which became a symbol of his work, embodying the beating, breathing, sighing, and crying of his artistic expression. Sandro Martini passed away in December, leaving behind a legacy of art that was as much about the journey as the destination. His ashes remain in his studio, the place where he spent most of his life and created the works that would define his career. His style, characterized by a deep understanding of color and form, allowed him to paint frescoes like the great masters from the time of Giotto. Martini's attire, often a thick blue shirt, a blue or dark leather vest, jeans, red socks, and heavy-duty shoes, reflected his connection to Livorno, a city shaped by the wind and the sea. His death coincided with the birth date of the author's father, a poignant reminder of the cycles of life and the enduring impact of an artist's work. Sandro Martini's art was a testament to his ability to capture the movements of life, to find the sound and breath of the wind, and to translate the rhythms of the world onto canvas. His work remains a vibrant part of the art world, a reminder of a life lived with passion, intensity, and an unyielding commitment to the craft of painting.

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