Angelo Ferretti
Telling Stories Through images
My name is Angelo, and for over 20 years, I’ve been passionate about teaching and creating images focused on architecture and interior design.
This blog a practical guide based entirely on my personal experience — everything I’ve learned and used to build a career in this field.
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Bio
My name is Angelo. I was born in Milan, but since the age of five, I’ve lived in Lavinio, a seaside town near Rome. My greatest passion is creating images focused on architecture and interior design through 3D graphics—in one word: archviz. I discovered this world in 2005 while I was still a university student at the Faculty of Architecture at RomaTRE, and from that moment on, I never stopped nurturing this passion, which—quite unexpectedly—turned into my profession.
Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to work with clients such as Natuzzi Italia, Moroso, Fondazione Fendi, Powerhouse Company, Accademia Nazionale di San Luca, RomaTRE University, Ceramica Catalano, Angelini Pharma, Arata Isozaki & Andrea Maffei Associates, OOF.se, Swiss Sense, and Binini Partners. I’ve also taught at higher education academies such as AANT Rome and IAAD Bologna.
In 2015, together with some of the amazing people I met along the way, I founded Lucydreams. In 2018, I launched a small online shop, and I’m always on the lookout for new inspiration, fresh ideas, and exciting projects to dive into.
Everything I know, I’ve learned by hunting down scattered bits of information across forums, then gathering, verifying, synthesizing, and organizing them in a clear and structured way. This blog was born from a desire to share that knowledge and help beginners—like I once was—save the time and effort it cost me to figure things out.
My work has allowed me to meet in person artists I once considered unreachable—like Adam Martinakis, The French Monkey, and Csaba Banati—and discover that they’re humble, interesting, and friendly people. I spent a long time studying on my own, but sharing and exchanging ideas with others who are passionate about this field made a huge difference. I wouldn’t be who I am today without the many people I’ve met in such a short time.
Although I live just steps from the sea, I prefer the peace of a mountain walk to the chaos of the city. Still, I often visit big cities like Milan and Rome, and over time, I’ve learned to appreciate their positive sides as well.
Teaching
In 2012, I organized my first training course. Due to the strong interest it generated, I haven’t stopped since, bringing my workshops to cities all over Italy—Milan, Rome, Florence, Verona, and also Turin, Cagliari, Bisceglie, and Bologna—alongside talented professionals who, over time, have become great friends.
When I teach, besides having a blast (because I get to talk about 3D all day!), I try to distill years of experience into just a few days and a few words. I don’t just explain how the tools work—I go much further. Anyone who has attended one of my workshops knows the huge amount of energy I pour into turning a “simple” course into an unforgettable experience on many levels.
Many of my former students have gone on to work at companies in Italy and abroad; many others work as independent freelancers with great success. I like to think I’ve played a small (or sometimes big) part in their professional and personal growth.
What I Do
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As a 3D artist specialized in architectural visualization, I help architects, designers, and brands bring their ideas to life through high-quality visual content. Whether it’s still images or animations, I focus on delivering clarity, atmosphere, and emotional impact in every project. My work blends technical precision with a deep passion for photography and art, and over the years I’ve had the pleasure of working with some of the most respected names in the industry.
Work
& Experience
Academic Teacher
IAAD (Rome)
AANT (Bologna)
Founder & Art director
Lucydreams
3d visualization & digital art
Co-Founder & UI designer
Starflyt
Art director & UI designer
The Magic Distillery
Creative Studio
Art director & 3D Generalist
IN3D for Scientists
Amsys
Consultant & Web Designer
Accademia Nazionale di San Luca
Digitization and digital management of archival records
Web Designer & Editorial Coordinator
Roma TRE University – Faculty of Architecture
Responsible for training new editors
Providing educational support
Freelance 3D Generalist
I’ve been trusted by
- Natuzzi Italia
- Moroso
- Fondazione Fendi
- Powerhouse Company
- Sicis
- Ceramica Catalano Spa
- Kerasan
- Angelini Pharma
- Arata Isozaki & Andrea Maffei
- Accademia Nazione di San Luca
- Università degli Studi RomaTRE
- Studio Montazami
- Joris Poggioli Interior Designer
- Stiphany Sowell Architecture
- Studio De Siena Architetti
- OOF.se
- Swiss Sense
- Binini Partners
- Dental Art
- In3D for Scientists
- MHP Media
- Modo Fotografia
- Edelweiss Real Estate
- RA S.r.l.
- Gruppo Castaldi
- D73
- Punto immagine
- Natuzzi Italia
- Moroso
- Fondazione Fendi
- Powerhouse Company
- Sicis
- Ceramica Catalano Spa
- Kerasan
- Angelini Pharma
- Arata Isozaki & Andrea Maffei
- Accademia Nazione di San Luca
- Università degli Studi RomaTRE
- Studio Montazami
- Joris Poggioli Interior Designer
- Stiphany Sowell Architecture
- Studio De Siena Architetti
- OOF.se
- Swiss Sense
- Binini Partners
- Dental Art
- In3D for Scientists
- MHP Media
- Modo Fotografia
- Edelweiss Real Estate
- RA S.r.l.
- Gruppo Castaldi
- D73
- Punto immagine
A special thanks to everyone who has been part of my story
- Silvia Labanti
- Sebastiano Marini
- Giuseppe Lucisano
- Diego Pasquini
- Antonio Spataro
- Sabrina Coletta
- Angelo Talia
- Fabrizio Gobbi
- Francesco Rinaldi
- Giovanni Savelli
- Massimo Aquilino
- Daniela Russo
- Tommaso Dogliotti
- Alessandro Trigila
- Massimiliano Consolandi
- Marco Cavanna
- Luca Mattia Minciotti
- Emanuele Serra
- Alessandro Reali
- Matteo Morresi
- Silvia Labanti
- Sebastiano Marini
- Giuseppe Lucisano
- Diego Pasquini
- Antonio Spataro
- Sabrina Coletta
- Angelo Talia
- Fabrizio Gobbi
- Francesco Rinaldi
- Giovanni Savelli
- Massimo Aquilino
- Daniela Russo
- Tommaso Dogliotti
- Alessandro Trigila
- Massimiliano Consolandi
- Marco Cavanna
- Luca Mattia Minciotti
- Emanuele Serra
- Alessandro Reali
- Matteo Morresi
Let’s get in touch
Work Inquiries, Questions or Anything Else
Whether you’re looking for high-end visual content, need support on an ongoing project, or are interested in training opportunities — I’d be happy to hear from you. I work with studios, brands, designers and individuals who care about quality, clarity, and storytelling.
If you have an idea, a question, or just want to start a conversation, feel free to reach out. I read every message personally, and I always do my best to reply as quickly and clearly as possible.
info@angeloferretti.com