Amaranta De Francisci is a painter and illustrator. Born in Verona, she left at age twenty and returned twelve years later.  Amaranta’s use of color has given her the recognition and appreciation that make her a beloved painter. She is best known for her colorful, improbable and highly personal cities. In addition to painting, Amaranta is an esteemed illustrator of children's books and editorial projects such as book covers, posters, greeting cards, and calendars. She has held numerous exhibitions in Italy and abroad and has been teaching painting courses for adults and children for years.