Francesco Agresti was born and spent his childhood in Itri, Italy. Later in life he moved to the Bronx, New York, where he received his education, a BFA and MFA. Success soon followed.

Francesco was represented by several Galleries in New York City, before moving back to Italy for some years to pursue his passion to paint. He also had the opportunity to teach at University (Napoli) and to spend time tending to his olive grove. He still maintains an art studio there.

Francesco eventually found what he calls “paradise” in Venice, Florida. He states he is “happy to be back in the neighborhood.”