Arté_ BIOPHILIA II: “The Illusion of the Living”
From April 29 to May 24, the Oriolo Tower hosts “The Illusion of the Living”, a collective installation exploring the deep connection between nature and artistic representation. The exhibition investigates the boundaries between realism, artifice, and perception through works created by students and teachers of the Tommaso Minardi Art School.
The Project: ARTÈ is an initiative by the Torre di Oriolo Association, curated by Chiara Pausini, transforming the historic space into a laboratory for visual reflection on biophilia and the aesthetics of nature.
Opening and Program
The official opening will take place on Wednesday, April 29 from 5:30 PM with a special program:
- Open Lesson: An educational moment led by Anna Lisa “Piki” Quarneti with children from the Minardi School drawing class.
- Musical Performance: Sax accompaniment by Innocenzo Oliva, organized by the G. Sarti Music School.
Exhibition Information
- When: From April 29 to May 24, 2026.
- Location: Oriolo Tower, Faenza (RA).
- Coordination: Matteo Zauli and Anna Lisa “Piki” Quarneti.
- Participating teachers: Antonella Bassenghi, Mirco Denicolò, Raffaella Di Vaio, Emiliano Mariani, Filippo Maestroni, Anna Lisa “Piki” Quarneti.
Support and Patronage
The event is supported by the Emilia-Romagna Region and held under the patronage of the Municipality of Faenza and the Union of Romagna Faentina.
A visual journey between art and nature, where the eye is challenged to distinguish between what is alive and what is masterfully represented. ️
