Marco Lazzarato

Marco Lazzarato is a Professor at the Academy of Fine Arts of Bologna, teaching core courses in decorative arts including Drawing for decoration (basic, 6 CFA), Ornamental plastic (characterizing, 8 CFA), and Mosaic techniques (characterizing, 8 CFA). He has created significant public artworks such as the Pontelongo bridge decoration in Padua and serves as an artistic consultant for major ceramic companies while maintaining an active theoretical research practice with extensive publications.

His research centers on architectural ornamentation methodology, emphasizing Palladio's treatises and historical techniques. He specializes in mosaic production (direct/indirect methods using glass, ceramic, and stone tiles) and ornamental design systems, requiring students to master clay modeling, plaster molds, and geometric tools like set squares and compasses for motif creation. His work bridges traditional craftsmanship with contemporary public art applications.

Professor Lazzarato's teaching integrates rigorous theoretical frameworks with hands-on studio practice. In mosaic courses, students execute 25x25 cm exercises to develop cost/time estimation skills for real-world applications, while ornamental plastic studies focus on translating Palladian principles into architectural decoration objects. His consultancy for ceramic industries demonstrates applied research connecting academic theory to commercial practice.