contemporary art

September is the month of new beginnings—people return to the city, life gets back to normal, and art lovers start visiting galleries again. Are the holidays over? Perhaps. But the surprises aren’t. If you too need beauty (and a touch of provocation) to face the fall, these 5 contemporary art exhibitions are for you. I’m […]

Between provocation and reflection, Damien Hirst has built a powerful imagery that revolves around four major themes: death, religion, science, and love. A British artist born in 1965, he is now a key figure in international contemporary art, capable of dividing, shocking, and fascinating. If you are looking for an overview of his life and […]

The first time I saw a work by Maurizio Cattelan, I laughed. Then I thought, “Wait … is he kidding me?” And that’s really where the game begins. Because Cattelan is like that: he throws you off guard, makes you laugh and then forces you to think. Maurizio Cattelan is the best known contemporary Italian […]

August, as we all know, is the month for light suitcases and slightly freer minds. But if, between dips in the pool and granitas, you feel the urge to feed your eyes (and your spirit), here are five contemporary art exhibitions around Italy that are really worth seeing. No rankings, no “must-sees” at all costs. […]

Have you ever looked at a work of art and felt that only your gaze was missing to complete it? This is what happens when you stand in front of the creations of Valerio Berruti, an artist born in Alba in 1977, who is capable of transforming childhood into a suspended, poetic and universal dimension. […]

Have you ever had the chance to see up close the works of Robert Indiana, the artist who redefined the boundaries of contemporary art?From April 17 to November 24, 2024, Venice becomes the stage on which the life and work of Robert Indiana, one of the giants of contemporary art, are explored in a must-see […]

Have you ever wondered which artistic movement represented one of the most revolutionary turning points in 20th century Italian culture? With this post, I want to take you on a discovery of metaphysical painting, from its origins to the works of Giorgio De Chirico and the other painters belonging to the school of Ferrara. What […]

Have you ever been so fascinated by a work of art that you lose yourself completely in its mystery and fascination? If the answer is yes, then you will love the works of Anish Kapoor. Kapoor’s creations not only enchant visually, but also stimulate deep reflection on many sensory levels. The artist captivates through the […]

SIMON BERGER’S WORKS WITH PORTRAITS ETCHED IN GLASS Simon Berger’s works with portraits etched in glass challenge the modes of perception and the material itself. These are works in which glass is tested to unleash its full potential and transform the smooth surface of the glass plate into an intricate network of cracks and fractures […]

The works of Ron Mueck, an Australian artist born in Melbourne in 1958, are distinguished by their astonishing realism. His career began as a contributor at a television station, where he learned special effects techniques and animated models, fundamental to his future art. His first significant work, a giant sculpture of his father naked, was […]

THE GREAT WORKS OF JAGO JAGO’s works look as if they have come straight out of a Renaissance artist’s studio. He is the most famous Italian artist on social media, working in the fields of sculpture, graphics and video production; his works are powerful messages disseminated through the new digital media. JAGO’s works are inspired […]

JISBAR’S ARTWORKS TO INFINITY AND BEYOND Jisbar’s artworks are something unique and totally outside the box. His main feature is the reinterpretation of the great classics of history of art with clear references to pop art and street art. Jisbar’s works of art are on exhibition at the The Strip Gallery, which has recently interviewed the artist, […]