Oratio is a most gracious, polished, easy-approachable host to his gallery visitors whether on First Fridays, or by appointment. Hes often told many former buyers, If you want to buy art, come to Binghamton. While there may be other choices, his gallery is THE primo option on State Street.

Orazio was home today. So not only did he explain the lovely show pairing raku pottery and abstract photography, he also permitted my party to visit his studio, a private space adjacent to the public gallery. He gave artistic advice, Make that first mark and see where you are led by it. We all wanted to add that idea right away to our studio practice. A brief visit revealed the many ways this artistic dynamo contributes to art in Binghamton. Hes kept the scene alive on State for sixteen years, sixteen years a gallerist on State. He helps organize a first Friday walk that brings eight hundred visitors from as far away as Scranton and Syracuse. He stayed up all night long helping a wood fired collaborative keep a kiln at heat in Pennsylvania. When does he have time to paint?