Biography

Mike Lanni started drawing at age three, beginning a lifelong passion for the arts. Mike minored in art in college, where he was Influenced primarily by his professors Diego Esposito and Italo Scanga, Italian modern artists. They instructed him on composition, balance, humor and sexuality in art, and how mystery can drive the imagination. He began working with vibrant colors and textures, and producing work in large scale.

Mike spent the last seven years in the business world, first consulting then helping to build a top internet company from startup to one of the most used sites online, while continuing to work as an artist. He is now a full time artist, based in Los Angeles and San Francisco, working with the intention of driving of Environmentalism and Peace into reality.

  • That Elusive Moment

    The intention of my work.
    Every piece of art originates, is caused by, and is executed to achieve a moment of wonder, reflecting the breathtaking beauty of the natural world. Using bold, striking imagery, I work in partnership with nature to create works that will halt, provoke, and energize.