I am a Visual Artist, Illustrator, Fashion Designer and Fine Art Painter. My work integrates a decade of painting ability in oil, acrylic, and watercolor techniques with experience in the technological world. With my background as a control systems specialist, I translate the rigors of high-precision control systems engineering into the fluid world of visual art. The union between my artistic skills and the analytical engineering path brings a unique blend of creativity and craftsmanship to my practice as a painter, illustrator, and fashion designer. My background in complex systems within large international organizations has cultivated an excellent capacity to collaborate with cross-functional teams remotely in multicultural environments. My coordination roles have developed a rigorous commitment to milestone delivery and the ability to solve intricate visual and structural challenges, refining my written and verbal communication. Moreover, senior experience in software control systems provides the mathematical and algorithmic foundation to master complex AI creative tools. I bridge complex structural logic with harmonic expression, I am deeply interested in the evolution of visual storytelling at the intersection of traditional fine art and AI-driven workflows, and I am currently seeking to contribute advanced technical and artistic skills within a forward-thinking creative team.

Elisa Antolini

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I am a Visual Artist, Illustrator, Fashion Designer and Fine Art Painter. My work integrates a decade of painting ability in oil, acrylic, and watercolor techniques with experience in the technological world. With my background as a control systems specialist, I translate the rigors of high-precision control systems engineering into the fluid world of visual art. The union between my artistic skills and the analytical engineering path brings a unique blend of creativity and craftsmanship to my practice as a painter, illustrator, and fashion designer. My background in complex systems within large international organizations has cultivated an excellent capacity to collaborate with cross-functional teams remotely in multicultural environments. My coordination roles have developed a rigorous commitment to milestone delivery and the ability to solve intricate visual and structural challenges, refining my written and verbal communication. Moreover, senior experience in software control systems provides the mathematical and algorithmic foundation to master complex AI creative tools. I bridge complex structural logic with harmonic expression, I am deeply interested in the evolution of visual storytelling at the intersection of traditional fine art and AI-driven workflows, and I am currently seeking to contribute advanced technical and artistic skills within a forward-thinking creative team.

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I am a Visual Artist, Illustrator, Fashion Designer and Fine Art Painter. My work integrates a decade of painting ability in oil, acrylic, and watercolor techniques with experience in the technological world. With my background as a control systems specialist, I translate the rigors of high-precision control systems engineering into the fluid world of visual art. The union between my artistic skills and the analytical engineering path brings a unique blend of creativity and craftsmanship to my practice as a painter, illustrator, and fashion designer.

My background in complex systems within large international organizations has cultivated an excellent capacity to collaborate with cross-functional teams remotely in multicultural environments. My coordination roles have developed a rigorous commitment to milestone delivery and the ability to solve intricate visual and structural challenges, refining my written and verbal communication. Moreover, senior experience in software control systems provides the mathematical and algorithmic foundation to master complex AI creative tools. I bridge complex structural logic with harmonic expression, I am deeply interested in the evolution of visual storytelling at the intersection of traditional fine art and AI-driven workflows, and I am currently seeking to contribute advanced technical and artistic skills within a forward-thinking creative team.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Fine Art Painter and Illustrator at Freelance
January 1, 2016 - Present
Visual storytelling: developed cohesive thematic series such as 'Human Dualism' translating complex emotions into imagery. Curated portfolios for international exhibitions including the Carrousel du Louvre and Sleek Art Gallery (London).
System Engineer Control Coordinator at CTAO gGmbH
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2025
Telescope control systems engineer coordinating control software and hardware integration; oversaw system operations and cross-functional coordination.
Telescope Control System Engineer at INAF/University of Perugia
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2018
Design and maintenance of telescope control systems for astronomical instrumentation.
Software Engineer Consultant at Magnetar Game Corporation
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2018
Analyst in production and purchasing; supported production workflows in game development context (Vancouver).
Analyst of Production and Purchasing at EDN srl
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012
Manufacturer of solar panels for heating water; managed production planning and purchasing activities.
Private lessons: Painting, Drawing at Vecchio Atelier d'Artista
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2019
Private art instruction in painting and drawing.
Fine Art Painter and Illustrator (Freelance) at Freelance
January 1, 2016 - Present
Fine Art painter and illustrator based in Bologna; creates works in oil, acrylic, and watercolor, with commissions and personal projects; develops and presents a diverse portfolio of paintings and illustrations.
System Engineer Control Coordinator (Remote) at CTAO gGmbh
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2025
Coordinates control systems engineering activities, ensuring rigorous milestones and delivery. Enables cross-functional collaboration with international teams in a remote setting, applying precision engineering methods to visual and structural challenges.
Telescope Control System Engineer (Hybrid) at INAF/University of Perugia
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Telescope control system engineering and integration; collaborates with research teams; hybrid work arrangement combining on-site and remote activities.
Software Engineer Consultant (Remote) at Magnetar Game Corporation
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2018
Software engineering consulting in a remote setting; cross-border collaboration within a gaming/tech environment.
Analyst of production and purchasing (On-site) at EDN srl - Manufacturer of solar panels for heating water
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Production and purchasing analyst focused on production processes, supply chain, and cost optimization for solar panel manufacturing.
Analyst of Production and Purchasing at EDN srl - Manufacturer of solar panels for heating water
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012
Production and purchasing analyst.

Education

PhD in Applied Technology for Physics at University of Perugia
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2015
Master Degree in Astro-particle Physics at University of Perugia
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2011
Bachelor Degree in Physics at University of Perugia
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2006
High School Diploma in Languages at Istituto Istruzione Superiore Giordano Bruno
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 2002
Lower Secondary School at Bernardino di Betto
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1997
Private lessons: Painting, Drawing at Vecchio Atelier d'Artista
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2019
Intensive course: Sculpture (Marble, Bronze, Terracotta) at Atelier Seme Segreto
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Online short course: Fashion Design Drawing at Nuovo Istituto Design
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Online intensive: Fashion Portfolio - Design, Illustration and Presentation at International Luxury Academy
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Postgraduate Master: Fashion Design Development and Management at International Luxury Academy
January 1, 2026 - March 25, 2026
PhD at University of Perugia
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015
Master Degree at University of Perugia
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011
Bachelor Degree at University of Perugia
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006
High School Graduate: Languages at Istituto Istruzione Superiore Giordano Bruno, Perugia
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2002
Lower Secondary School: Art at Bernardino di Betto, Perugia
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1997
Postgraduate Master in Fashion Design Development and Management at International Luxury Academy
January 1, 2026 - April 2, 2026
Fashion Portfolio Online Intensive Course at International Luxury Academy
January 1, 2025 - April 2, 2026
Online Short Course: Fashion Design Drawing at Nuovo Istituto Design
January 1, 2025 - April 2, 2026
Intensive Course: Modeling and Sewing Dresses, Jackets, Skirts and Trousers at Atelier Seme Segreto
January 1, 2024 - April 2, 2026
Intensive Course: Sculpture Marble, Bronze, Terracotta at Atelier Montefiore Conca
January 1, 2023 - April 2, 2026
Private Lessons: Painting, Drawing at Vecchio Atelier d' Artista
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2019
PhD in Applied Technology for Physics at University of Perugia
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2015
Master Degree in Astro-Particle Physics at University of Perugia
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2011
Bachelor Degree in Physics at University of Perugia
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2006
High School Diploma: Languages at Istituto Istruzione Superiore Giordano Bruno
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 2002
Lower Secondary School: Art at Bernardino di Betto
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1997

Qualifications

Giotto first prize for Visual Art
January 1, 2022 - March 25, 2026
Publication: Catalogo Margutta - 'Human Dualism'
January 1, 2021 - March 25, 2026
Publication: Catalogo Margutta - 'Memories of a Past Life'
January 1, 2021 - March 25, 2026
Illustrations for poetry book: Essenze D'autore - Sulla Soglia dell'Anima
January 1, 2021 - March 25, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other, Software & Internet, Manufacturing
    paper Postgraduate Project: "Shadow Play" Womenswear Collection
    Born from the intersection of my past in astronomical physics and my future in design, Shadow Play is a study of contrast. This collection translates the behavior of light and void into wearable forms. By combining traditional fine art painting with rigorous technical drafting, I aim to create garments that capture the ephemeral nature of a shadow through structured tailoring and fluid silhouettes.