Born in Venice, Italy in 1937 into a family with a tradition of over a century of sculptors and founders, he began his traditional training at nine and by eleven his skills and talents were recognized by the well-known sculptor, Napoleone Martinuzzi, who accepted him as an apprentice.  At the age of thirteen, he qualified to study at the Institute of Arts in Venice where he received his master's degree.

In 1959, Vianello came to the United States as an already recognized and respe (showing 500 of 2434 characters).