Guido Daniele (born 1950) is a hyperrealist artist who lives and works in

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Early years and education

Daniele was born in

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, Calabria in Italy. In 1972, he graduated from Brera School of Arts, majoring in sculpture and then attended the Tankas school in

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until 1974.

Career

Daniele has worked as a hyper-realistic illustrator, co-operating with editing and advertising companies, innovating with airbrush and testing out various painting techniques. He has painted backcloths up to 400 square meters in size. He has also painted ''

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'' images for private houses and public buildings. In 1990, he developed a

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technique, and his work has been used in advertising images and commercials, as well as fashion events and exhibitions. Among Daniele's most popular works are his 'Handimals' art pieces, where model's hands are painted to look like animals.

Awards

Daniele was awarded the 2007 Hero of the Year by

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Incredible Hand ArtGuido Daniele
{{DEFAULTSORT:Daniele, Guido Italian artists Trompe-l'œil artists People from the Province of Catanzaro 1950 births Living people Brera Academy alumni