I am Francesco Poiana, born in 1990 in Cividale del Friuli, Italy. I explore and mix different media — drawing, painting, and printmaking — to create tactile, expressive works that invite close looking. Since 2015 I have been developing fine art projects and taking part in exhibitions, including Campari N100 at the Estorick Collection in 2019. I collaborate with Designwork in Italy and, since 2021, with Messums Gallery in the United Kingdom. My works have been exhibited by Christie's and acquired for the Royal Collection.…

Francesco Poiana

I am Francesco Poiana, born in 1990 in Cividale del Friuli, Italy. I explore and mix different media — drawing, painting, and printmaking — to create tactile, expressive works that invite close looking. Since 2015 I have been developing fine art projects and taking part in exhibitions, including Campari N100 at the Estorick Collection in 2019. I collaborate with Designwork in Italy and, since 2021, with Messums Gallery in the United Kingdom. My works have been exhibited by Christie's and acquired for the Royal Collection.…

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I am Francesco Poiana, born in 1990 in Cividale del Friuli, Italy. I explore and mix different media — drawing, painting, and printmaking — to create tactile, expressive works that invite close looking.

Since 2015 I have been developing fine art projects and taking part in exhibitions, including Campari N100 at the Estorick Collection in 2019. I collaborate with Designwork in Italy and, since 2021, with Messums Gallery in the United Kingdom. My works have been exhibited by Christie’s and acquired for the Royal Collection.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Short Courses Tutor at University of the Arts London (UAL)
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Deliver short courses and tutorials across art disciplines, contributing to curriculum development and student mentorship.
Associate Lecturer at University of the Arts London (UAL)
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025
Lecturing on drawing and painting, supervising student projects and assessments.
Lead Tutor - Drawing and Painting at Hampstead School of Art
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025
Lead tutor for drawing and painting courses, developing session plans and mentoring tutors.
Lecturer in Drawing and Art for Fashion at London College of Fashion, UAL
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Lecturer in drawing and art applications for fashion students, delivering workshops and critiques.
Lead Tutor, Printmaking Techniques at Art Stables, London
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2023
Lead tutor for printmaking techniques, overseeing classes and student work.
Guest Tutor, Graphic Design Portfolio at Central Saint Martins, UAL
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Guest tutor focusing on portfolio development for graphic design students.
Storyboard Artist and Illustrator at Rover Dream Productions
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Storyboard artist and illustrator for animation projects, coordinating with writers and directors.
Freelance Artist and Art Tutor at Freelance (Italy/UK)
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2025
Independent artist and tutor delivering projects and workshops across Italy and the UK.

Education

Drawing Year at Royal Drawing School, London
January 1, 2021 - June 5, 2026
MA Fine Arts at Central Saint Martins, UAL, London
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019
Painting at Fine Arts Academy of Rome
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

Fellowship in Higher Education (AFHEA)
January 1, 2025 - June 5, 2026
AFHEA (Fellowship in Higher Education)
January 1, 2025 - June 5, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other

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