Michelangelo Buonarroti was a painter, sculptor, architect, and poet widely considered one of the most brilliant artists of the Italian Renaissance. Michelangelo was an apprentice to a painter before studying in the sculpture gardens of the powerful Medici family.
What followed was a remarkable career as an artist, famed in his own time for his artistic virtuosity. Although he always considered himself a Florentine, Michelangelo lived most of his life in Rome, where he died at age 88.
“Lord, grant that I may always desire more than I accomplish.”– Michelangelo
Fun facts about Michelangelo When was Michelangelo was born? March 6, 1475
What forms of art was he famous for? painting, sculpture, and architecture
How many pieces of poetry did he produce? 300 pieces
What was the most famous work? The frescoes on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel (1508–12)
This is the story of Michael Angelo, a young Italian boy who grew up to be one of the world's
most famous artists. Michael Angelo grew up in the countryside in Capris, a town in Italy.
His mother passed away when he was only seven years old.
Michael Angelo's father was a local government official who brought him to Florence, Italy to
study. Michael Angelo had four brothers and he was the second oldest. He was given the training to
use a chisel and hammer. His dad wanted him to study business but Michael Angelo's passion was
to be an artist. From an early age he loved drawing and painting. At 13 years of age,
Michael Angelo became an apprentice to a famous painter. In 1489, Michael Angelo left his
apprenticeship to accept an invitation from Lorenzo de' Medici, the ruler of Florence.
Michael Angelo was able to study under some of the best artists of his time in the Medici gardens.
At 21 years of age, Michael Angelo came to Rome where he engaged in new projects. Later in his
life, he completed several artworks that made him one of the most popular artists of his time.
Let's now look at some of his famous art that he has created.
