Dan Aug ART Studio

DANIEL AUGUSTO CHIESA, better known as “Dan Aug”, was born in Uruguay in 1956 from Italian parents. His life has been marked by a passion for science, technology, and astronomy, which has led him to traverse the world, living in Italy and the United States of America, before settling in Montevideo, Uruguay. Dan Aug's background in Physics Science, Electronics, and IT sparked his interest in Astronomy, Cosmology while living in US. In 2002, he began his artistic journey, focusing on painting, and quickly gained recognition for his exceptional talent. Dan Aug's artistic career reached new heights in 2005 when his artwork, "Xanadu Joyful Day," won first prize in a global art painting competition organized by the European Space Agency and the Planetary Society. This artwork was exhibited at the Operations Center of the European Space Agency in Darmstadt, Germany, and in NASA facilities in Pasadena, California, USA. As a member of the International Association of Astronomical Artists (IAAA), Dan Aug has participated since 2012 in many conferences and forums related to Art and Astronomy Science, making a significant contribution to the Art international scene.. Dan Aug has paerformed dozens of solo and collective exhibitions worldwide since 2002. His artworks can be found in many private collections as well. Dan Aug's art is characterized by a unique and innovative approach that combines science and art in a captivating and meaningful way. The abstraction and the abstract expressionism are the mainly styles that he commonly explores. In summary, Dan Aug is a distinguished visual artist whose career has been shaped by his passion for science, technology, astronomy, and space exploration. His exceptional talent and innovative approach have earned him a prominent place in the international art scene, and his artworks continue to captivate and inspire audiences worldwide.