Born in Milan in October 1937, Grazia Varisco is a key figure in kinetic and programmed art. From 1956 to 1960, she attended the Brera Academy of Fine Arts, and beginning in 1960 she joined Gruppo T, participating in the Miriorama events and, among others, those of the international Nouvelle Tendance movement. These events represented […]
Born in Enugu, Nigeria, in 1966, Odili Donald Odita explores the element of color in both figurative and historical and sociopolitical contexts through his works, seeking to tell the story of Africa and its rich culture. Raised in Nigeria, Donald Odita spent his adolescence in Huntsville, Alabama, USA. While studying at Ohio State University and […]
Nino Migliori is a leading name in the world of photography, celebrated for his ability to capture extraordinary images and his innovative spirit. His career spans more than seven decades, during which he helped redefine the concept of artistic photography. Through his unique vision, experimentations and passion, Migliori has left an indelible mark on the […]
Born September 27, 1919, in Ulassai, Maria Lai is one of the great names on the international art scene. From a young age, she demonstrated a passion for art and creativity until she became established as one of the most significant artists on the Italian art scene in the postwar period. An eclectic artist, Maria […]
Born in Barlassina, Lombardy, on December 16, 1931, Valentino Vago graduated from the Brera Academy of Fine Arts and in 1955 exhibited at the 7th National Quadrennial Art Exhibition in Rome. His first solo exhibition was in 1960, when Vago opened at the Salone Annunciata in Milan. This was followed by years of personal reflection […]
Born in Paris on October 24, 1903, Charlotte Perriand graduated from the Ècole de l’Union Centrale des Arts Décoratifs in 1925, and in the same year presented an initial collection of objects and furniture at the Paris Decorative Arts Exhibition. Two years later, she ended up in Le Corbusier’s studio, where she became involved in […]
Milan-born Alessandro Mendini (1931–2019) was an artist, poet, designer, and architect. He edited the magazines Casabella, Modo, and Domus, while collaborating with international firms, serving also as a consultant for several companies, including ones in the Far East. After graduating in architecture from Milan Polytechnic in 1959, Mendini began his professional career at the design […]
Avish Khebrehzadeh (Tehran, 1969) is an Iranian draftswoman, painter and photographer. Her artistic work explores the power of figures and their multifaceted narrative aspect in range of media. She alternately creates both single works of drawing, painting, photography and video installations, as well as “composite” works, fusing multiple media together. Raised in a family of […]
Kaarina Kaikkonen is a renowned contemporary Finnish artist, celebrated for her large-scale installations and sculptures. Through her work, Kaikkonen explores themes related to identity, memory, and human connection. Using recycled materials and creating immersive installations, the artist invites audiences to reflect on their personal experiences and connect with others through art. Born in Iisalmi, Finland […]
Born on 1937 at Barcellona di Pozzo, Sicily, Emilio Isgrò lives and works in Milan. Conceptual artist and painter- but also poet, writer, dramaturge and director- Emilio Isgrò is considered one of the most internationally renowned and prestigious names of the Italian art scene of the XX and XXI century, together with Piero Manzoni and […]