Poni Federico

Poni Federico is a Professor in the Department of Painting Visual Arts at ABABO, where he teaches 'Digital Applications for Art' (course code ABTEC38). His interdisciplinary practice bridges art, technology, and critical theory, with a focus on reimagining digital ecosystems. Federico holds a Master's in Experimental Publishing from Piet Zwart Institute (Rotterdam) and studied New Art Technologies at Brera Academy (Milan).

His research critically examines digital media infrastructures, emphasizing:

• Environmental impacts of technology (data pollution)
• Decentralized image circulation and manipulation techniques
• Anti-anthropocentric frameworks for digital creation
• Open-source software alternatives to commercial tools
• Nonlinear narrative strategies in digital art

He co-curates the Habitat project (http://habitattt.it), developing community-based artistic responses to globalization while residing in Tuscan Romagna. His pedagogical approach combines theoretical discourse with hands-on experimentation, requiring students to create sustainable digital portfolios or conceptual projects.