Bio

Bio

Gianluca Danieletto, born in 1978 in Trieste, Italy, embarked on his artistic journey in 2000, delving into the world of tattooing without any formal training. Adopting the pseudonym Dane Mancini, his work swiftly gained global recognition. His presence at major tattoo conventions worldwide solidified his position as an important figure in the industry.

In 2010, Danieletto took a transformative step by joining the Secret Order of Saturn (SOoS), a collective of tattoo artists unified by a shared belief in the esoteric significance and potency of tattoos as symbols. The Order's visionary perspective opened doors for him, guiding him on a path of self-discovery, where he engaged with the mysterious facets of life and bringing them into his work. 

A chance encounter with oil paints in 2016 became a pivotal moment for Danieletto, sparking an intense and enduring passion. Recognizing that painting resonated more profoundly with his artistic soul, he redirected the course of his creative life. From that point onward, painting took center stage, evolving into the focus of his artistic practice. With unwavering respect and devotion, Danieletto embraced this new chapter, dedicating himself wholeheartedly to his new path. 

His artistic evolution, marked by the transition from tattooing to painting, reflects not only a change in medium but a profound shift in focus. Danieletto's journey has transformed into a colorful exploration of the mysterious and captivating realm of oil painting. Through this metamorphosis, he continues to weave a narrative of self-discovery, guided by the esoteric teachings he holds for the artistic expression that has become his true love.

Exhibitions

2024
"Oasi, nuove forme di vita" - Uovo alla Pop - Capraia, Italy
"Self Organized" - Private Atelier - Lugano, Switzerland
"Beautiful Carnage" - Chroma Gallery - Rome, Italy
"Respiro" - Associazione Feronia - Nibbiaia, Livorno, Italy

2020
“Zero” - Nero Gallery - Rome, Italy

2018
“White sheets” - Curated by Federica Madonna - Parione 9 Gallery - Rome, Italy

2016
“Nero” - Curated by Viola Pilar Bea - Parione 9 Gallery - Rome, Italy

Pubblications

“The Magic Web” - Kintaro Publishing 2023
“Amigos de lo Ajeno” - Unity Editions - 2018
“Blacktop Vol.1” - Gabriele Greco - 2017
“The New Old School” Schiffer Books - 2015
“The Girl Book” - LLLBooks . 2015
“The Skull Book” - LLLBooks - 2014

Magazines

"Our Heart Of Indigo" - Painting Zine - Yeshe Konchok - 2024
“Barbed Wire Tattoo Zine” - Issue II - Izabela D. Wolf - year not written (2021)
"Upside Down” vol.1 - Ilaria Paoletti - year not written (2018)
“Tattoo Fest” - Poland - n.101/9/2015
“Tatowier Magazine” - Germany - n.2020 06/2014
“Scandinavian Tattoo Magazine” - Sweden - n.127-2013
“Total Tattoo Magazine” - England - n.TTM 104 6/2013

Selcted Tattoo Expos

“Kaiserstaadt Tattoo Expo” - Aachen, Germany - 2022
“Mondial du Tatouage” - Paris, France - 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
“International Tattoo Expo Bologna” - Bologna, Italy - 2019
“IFTC” - Florence, Italy - 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
“Brighton Tattoo Convention” - Brighton, UK - 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
“International Nepal Tattoo Convention - Kathmandu, Nepal - 2015
“IBTC” - Brussels, Belgium - 2011, 2012, 2013
“Milano Tattoo Convention” - Milano, Italy - 2014
“Art Tattoo Show” - Montreal, Canada - 2015
“Roma Tattoo Expo” - Roma, Italy - 2011, 2012