Edmondo Albertella said he intensely loved Cannobio where he was 6 th September 1934 , because right from primary school it ricognised his artistic talents.
With humble dedication he started studying art under the teachings of Prof. Malapelle at the “ School of Arts and Tades “ where she was Head .
From the painter Mazzetta , he gained the basics of figurative art , drawing precision , prospective and light and shade effects.

At the age of 14 , he studied for three years under Prof. Mario Albertella at his Art Studio in Milan, working on frescoes , glass, decorating , mosaics and restoration .
At 17, Albertella confronted the working world in the hotelier business where his sensitivity became refined , stimulated by the desidere to draw and paint .

Through research he found inspiration in the art of the 17 th and 18 th Century and, in particular, the study of impressionist artist and Macchiaioli .
He elaborated sensations , he did not copy but observed, he suffered and was capable of expessing light , shadow , soft or bright colours and warm or cold colours .
He believed himself to be neo figurative and at the time had no intention of abandoning this vein of research .
The search for tuition , which Cannobio offered him was not wasted . He frequented the artist and architect Luigi Curti and by implementing the secrets of his technique learned to draw the landscapes of Cannobio in pastel . In these , his love of Cannobio highlights a very charming atmosphere , misted in sadness and engaging fascination .

However , Albertella ‘s painting goes beyond the limits of horizon landscaping to sweep over a surprising variety of techniques and subjects .
His stil life works are fascinating thanks to the harmony of the objects . A group of precious or antique items , warm of colour and taste or cold as a reminder of regrets .
The sensation they provoke are rich of history and desire and this is why they are very much appreciated .
Flowers painted with a careful choice of colours , seem to release their perfume , the happiness of life , a joyful dance in a blackground o mysterious shades .

Even the female nudes express something beyond physical spasms vibrant with passion , spiritual poses , extremely peculiar to every subject characterised by an evident spirituality .

This rich and varied production by Edmondo Albertella synthesises the research of many illustrious artists from Cannobio following in the wake of their fertile teachings.

Cannobio, May 24 1993

Prof. Maria Ganzi