SMT Creative

06/10/2026

For 53 years, the Martini sign graced the Florence skyline adjacent to the Duomo. I took the reference photo for this in 2011, my first trip to the city. I was inspired to paint this when I heard they removed the iconic sign last year. Oil on board, 6x12"

05/07/2026

[Update] WIP - "Il Duomo da Via dei Serrvi" 24x36" acrylic on canvas. Thought this was finished, but (as is the case sometimes) after a couple days decided it's not. I feel the surrounding buildings need more detail. Stay tuned...

04/16/2026

A little something different with "Wish", a 6x12"oil on board. Original available for sale and adding design to prints

03/31/2026

I had taken a photo of a street musician in Florence when I was there in 2024. I thought it would be a great subject for a painting and I just got to it. "Violinista" is a 8x10" oil on cradled board.

03/09/2026

Finished the third and last of the "Siena" series after the first of the year. This is an oil painting on 9"x12" cradled board. The oils really add an extra vibrance to the piece.

I haven't listed this on any of my retail sites, but this is for sale, so please drop me a message if interested.

12/07/2023

Just lowered store pricing across the entire prints line (just in time for any remaining Christmas shopping you may have).

This was done in conjunction with the removal of free shipping on prints, which actually still ends up being cheaper - in some cases to a great degree - on all products. Promotional discounts still apply.

10/20/2023

Was kind of on the fence on doing T-shirts, but these ended up coming out well. Although I tend to prefer black shirts, I actually prefer the white one.

I would say these run true to size. If you're right on the cusp, go one size larger.

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10/17/2023

Florence 2024 calendars came out great.

Available now in store

10/12/2023

Just finished revamping the photography print line on the smt art store. Had taken a hard look at the framed print product and came to the tough decision that although it provided lower cost options for customers, the quality just wasn't there.

The lines have been relaunched with an expanded black and white collection and a streamlined selection of color prints all offered on canvas prints. Available on 20x30" (50x75cm) and larger sizes, these will make a much bigger impact in your home or office. All prints are limited edition with a total print run of 150 each.

Black and white can often bring out a certain feeling to an image

10/05/2023

The holidays are rapidly approaching and you might be thinking what can you possibly get for your loved ones. Hmmm. Quite the dilemma...

Wait!

You could surprise them with original art! (You knew that was coming). To make it a little easier for you, use the discount code INNERCIRCLE for 15% off your order.

Digital print store of smt art and Steve Traversi. All images are original work by Steve Traversi.