Silvio Deiaco’s creative journey wasn’t marked by sudden revelations but by a gradual discovery of his passion for images, composition, and aesthetics. Drawing inspiration from both personal and professional influences, he continues to search for his place in the world of graphic design, aiming to grow, experiment, and stay authentic.
Was there a specific moment when you realized you wanted to become a graphic designer?
There wasn’t a precise moment, like a sudden revelation. It was more of a gradual process. I was just thinking about it recently: the only reason I chose to study graphic design in high school was because I wanted to learn Photoshop. At 12 years old, of course, I had no idea what I was really doing.
I’ve always been drawn to images, composition, and the aesthetics of things. So, while studying, I started to realize that this came naturally to me. From there, I began to build, step by step.
That said, I don’t even define myself as a graphic designer, nor as a photographer or videomaker. I haven’t really found “my place” yet, and sometimes that can be a limitation. But maybe one day that moment of clarity will come. In the meantime, I keep creating, exploring, and pushing in the direction that feels right for me.
Which project made you say: “Okay, I’m really leaving my mark”?
Honestly, I don’t think I’ve left my mark. I don’t feel “arrived,” and maybe I never will.
I often think that when something is called “iconic,” it’s only because time and the audience decided it is. No artist creates a work with the goal of being iconic. They do it because they feel the need to, everything else comes later, if it comes at all.
For me, “leaving a mark” works the same way: it’s not something you can force or decide for yourself. I simply try to give 100% in everything I do—or at least try. I don’t always succeed, and that’s fine. It’s all part of the journey.
What influences, both inside and outside of graphic design, have shaped your style?
My very first influences were Stole Stojmenov and Corrado Grilli, two people I’ve met over the years and deeply respect both creatively and personally.
Then definitely the people I work with and the friends I’ve made over time: Giorgio Cassano, Christian Kondic, Nic Paranoia, James Sforza (Twopixx), Teamcro, Stella Stone, Joshua Billsborough (bimbo_kermit), and many others. Don’t take it personally if I didn’t mention you—I can’t list thousands of names.
As for international influences, I’ll mention three fairly well-known names (I’m not a talent scout, so take it as it is): Julian Klincewicz, Anton Reva (savemymind), and Gabriel Moses.
Where do you want to take your art? Is there a goal you dream of achieving?
I don’t have a “final goal” like an award or recognition. What I really want is to keep growing, improving, and being able to make a living doing what I love, without having to compromise who I am.
If something nice comes along the way, that’s great. But the point remains: staying authentic. I know it may sound like a cliché, but it’s the truth. I don’t feel special, I don’t feel alternative, and honestly, that’s not even what I want to be.
Once someone asked me: “If you won the lottery, would you keep working?” And I answered that I would spend a lot of money on my work and my friends’ work, to raise the level even more. Will it happen? I don’t know. But if you have six good numbers, I’m playing them anyway.
