Strano

Marcel Giannoccaro, known as Strano, is a Montreal-based multidisciplinary artist specializing in 3D animation using light as a medium. He employs chiaroscuro and primitive shapes to explore the technological landscape, often infusing his work with spirituality and melancholy. Strano, who studied Visual Arts and briefly pursued industrial design, now co-directs a video production company while creating digital art.

His work has been exhibited globally, including at the Larsen Warner Gallery in Stockholm, and auctioned at Sotheby’s Metaverse. Strano also hosts art events at his studio, such as RGBMTL and Full Screen Fridays.

Strano draws inspiration from a wide range of disciplines, including architecture, photography, cinema, and sculpture. His creations, whether physical or virtual, static or animated, are characterized by a monochrome aesthetic, play of contrasts and lights, as well as the use of mise-en-abîme, patterns, and imperceptible loops.