Bio
My artistic expression takes shape through human-sized painted papier-mâché sculptures that reflect my Peruvian-American heritage. These pieces serve as visual narratives, exploring the scenes of daily life I’ve experienced in South Florida, New York, and Peru. Each sculpture captures the essence of familial and friendship dynamics, portraying moments of embraces, conversations, and intimate moments that embody the importance of human relationships.
I’m in a state where I want to highlight this message of togetherness, to remind myself and hopefully others to dive into their own relationships—whether blood or forged by friendship—and help build a deeper appreciation of these bonds while we’re all still here.
I focus on creating intricate details within each sculpture— their attire, facial expressions, and body language to bring these sculptures to life. The human-sized scale is crucial, creating an immersive experience that connects the artwork and the audience. This intentionality transforms viewers into active participants in the space, establishing a sense of belonging
Artist Statement
Piero Penizzotto is a Peruvian-American artist born and based in New York. Penizzotto’s sculptural practice is presented as an ode to the friendships and communities he is a part of growing up in New York and South Florida. He graduated from Hunter College with honors with a Bachelor’s in Fine Art (2022). Previous solo exhibitions include Primary Gallery, Miami (2024) and White Columns, New York (2023). Penizzotto’s work could also be found in the El Espacio Collection in Miami, FL.
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Portrait by Lee Michael Smith
Education
2022
BFA in Sculpture, Hunter College, New York, NY
Solo Exhibitions
2026
(Working Title) WHAAM! Gallery, New York, NY
2024
“Good Company” Primary Gallery, Miami, FL
2023
“Piero Penizzotto” White Columns, New York, NY
Group Exhibitions
2026
"7th AIM Biennal” Bronx Museum, New York, NY
2025
“White Columns Benefit Exhibition + Auction” White Columns, New York, NY
2023
"OMGWTF” Primary Gallery, Miami, FL
“Make Yourself at Home” Fragment Gallery, New York, NY
“White Columns Benefit Exhibition + Auction” White Columns, New York, NY
“All the Smoke” Court Tree Collective Gallery, Brooklyn, NY
2022
“Untitled” Public Access Gallery, New York, NY
“Open Tab - BFA Degree Show” Hunter College Leubrof Gallery, New York, NY
Art Fairs
2024
White Columns Group Booth at NADA, Miami, FL
2023
White Columns Group Booth at NADA, Miami, FL
Residencies & Fellowships
2025
Bronx Museum AIM Fellowship
Awards & Grants
2024
Elizabeth Greenshield Foundation Recipient
Public Engagement / Talks
2023
“Gracias Por Todo” with Kiara Christina Ventura at White Columns, New York, NY
Press
2024
“The Most Memorable Things We Saw at Miami Art Week” - The New York Times Style Magazine
“Artist of the Week: Piero Penizzotto” - LVL 3 Publication
Collections
2024
El Espacio 23, Miami, FL