Clemente Micarelli 
"Dreaming Big"
Created as part of a popular inspirational series, the piece depicts a young boy asleep and dreaming of his basketball heroes. The imagery captures the boy clutching a basketball while surrounded by scenes of professional stars in action, symbolizing the aspiration to one day become a professional player himself
This Artwork is:
NEW
Custom Framed in white
Framed Size: 21"x23"
Image Size: 18" x 22"
Art Print
Comes Complete with Ready to hang hardware
Interested in different Framing? Contact us!
Visit our Ebay store for a huge selection of art-many artists represented!
About the Artist: Clemente Micarelli (1929–2008)
Clemente Micarelli was a distinguished American painter and illustrator celebrated for his ability to capture the spirit of ambition and athletic excellence. Born in New York, Micarelli developed a signature style that blended realism with inspirational, dream-like narratives, making his work a staple in American homes and sports galleries.
 
Artistic Legacy & Style
Micarelli is best known for his iconic "Dreaming Big" series. These works—spanning basketball, football, tennis, and ballet—vividly portray young children dreaming of their future as professional stars. His art is defined by:
Dynamic Action: Realistic depictions of legendary athletic movements.
Emotional Resonance: Capturing the universal theme of childhood aspirations.
Technical Mastery: A background in fashion illustration and fine art, having studied at the prestigious Pratt Institute and the Art Students League of New York.