Greg polisseni biography

Greg Polisseni, well-known in the Rochester area as an artist, fashion designer and philanthropist, has died at the age of 50.

His death was confirmed by a family lawyer and friend, Glenn Pezzulo, though he declined to say when or where Mr.

Polisseni had died. Social media posts by bereaved friends began to appear Thursday.

Multi-talented Gregory E. Polisseni was the founder of Artistix, a clothing firm for which he designed high-end casual and active wear and that he often highlighted during Fashion Week of Rochester.

Some items drew inspiration from the swirling semi-abstract style that he employed in his fine art.

His best-known work may be a rendering of the American flag entitled "Stars and Stripes."

"I met him many years ago and he was this big lovable generous man and had such a great energy and passion for so many wonderful things," said Susan Katz Aser of Penfield, whose daughter, Tyler Aser, is a mo