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finally reopens the doors of its ancient furnace in Murano e in celebration of the 170th anniversary of its founding.

The exhibition “Fratelli Toso 170th | 1854-2024”, is curated by Caterina Toso, and is running from September 10-29 as part of .

For PR and Press inquiries on the exhibition, please write to [email protected] or download the press kit in our link in bio.

Client: Uzbekistan Art&Culture Development Foundation


Services provided by MAY: National and International Press Office, Media Buying

Don’t Miss The Cue – .kadyri 
The Republic of Uzbekistan at 
Curated by 
Commissioned by  

Photo courtesy of ACDF / Andrey Arakelyan

       

Wednesday, July 24 at 5 PM

in collaboration with .libri is excited to host the presentation of “L’architettura ha tante anime” by Stefano Bucci, moderated by the journalist Enrico Tantucci.

This book offers a unique journey through contemporary architecture via 34 interviews conducted by the author for , featuring architects from Lesley Lokko to Renzo Piano and Zaha Hadid.

The conversations trace a technical and professional profile of each architect, capturing their stories, passions, melancholy, and successes, weaving together the grand, individual, and collective dream of architecture.

The event is open to the public, RSVP at [email protected]

As part of , the Fratelli Toso artistic glassworks is proud to present the exhibition “Fratelli Toso 170th | 1854-2024,” running from September 10-29 at its historic Murano location.

In celebration of the 170th anniversary of its founding, Fratelli Toso presents a retrospective exhibition curated by Caterina Toso, the youngest descendant of the family. The exhibition will feature the most significant pieces of 20th-century artistic production and archival materials that narrate the story of the glassworks, with a special emphasis on their iconic murrina.

For PR and Press inquiries on the exhibition, please write to [email protected] or download the press kit in our link in bio. More information about the exhibition and the vernissage will be disclosed closer to the event.

Client: Johyun Gallery

Services provided by MAY: Art direction, exhibition identity, social media, printing liaising and coordination

Lee Bae, a prominent figure in the dansaekhwa movement (Korean monochrome), explores the intrinsic connection between humans and the natural world, focusing on themes of renewal, circularity, and the harmonious rhythms of nature.

The exhibition’s visual identity reflects these concepts with a minimalist and monochromatic approach. Using the GT Flexa Mono font, the typography takes a circular form, always occupying a central position and overlapping with the artist’s Brushstrokes on all media types.

“Lee Bae - La Maison de la Lune Brûlée” is a solo exhibition of the Korean artist .art curated by and a Collateral Event of

Fonts in use GT Flexa Mono and GT America by

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Client: Gwangju Biennale Foundation

Services provided by MAY: Location scouting and consulting

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Gwangju Biennale, the Gwangju Biennale Foundation has partnered with the 60th International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia as a Collateral Event. The archival exhibition, titled “Madang: Where We Become Us”, will be showcased at the Il Giardino Bianco Art Space in Venice, from April 20 to November 24.

Photo by Studio Possible Zone, courtesy of Gwangju Biennale Foundation

Sometimes dreams do come true

We are greatful to have been part of these unforgettable 48 hours of celebrations for our city and to have had the opportunity to witness journey to from the inside.

A huge thank you to our beloved dario martina, to the Press & Communication team, and to the photographers for absolutely smashing it (and for surviving to these past days) and to VFC’s CMO Silvia Davi for trusting us in this 23/24 season.

“E tanto già lo so, che l’anno prossimo, gioco all’Olimpico…”

Images 5,6,9,10 by Luca Padovani,
Images 1,2,3,4,7,8 by Alessandro Ferlini
Photo courtesy Venezia FC


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What a ride this 23/24 season has been! final rush.

(1)(4) Photo by Luca Padovanj, courtesy of Venezia FC


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Soap Culture
Lavati la bocca con il sapone
18.4 – 15.06.2024
Palazzo Son, Castello 6512

Curated by Murmur
with Manuel Alvarez Bravo, Miroslaw Balka, Etienne Chambaud, Phil Collins, Mimosa Echard, Dominique Gonzalez-Foerster, Mona Hatoum, Thembinkosi Hlatswayo, Thomas Mailaender, Murmur, Gabriel Orozco, Max Piva, Teodoro Teadora, Wolfgang Tillmans, Rare Books, Namacheko, and Lowjack

Press inquiries at [email protected]
More info and opening hours at soapculture.org

Photo credit ©️ Soap Culture

Don’t Miss The Cue – .kadyri
The Republic of Uzbekistan at 
Curated by 
Commissioned by

Photo Credits

Lee Bae – La Maison de la Lune Brûlée
Collateral Event of the 60th International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia
20.4 – 24.11.2024
Wilmotte Foundation, Cannaregio 3560

curated by Valentina Buzzi
organised by the Fondation d’Entreprise Wilmotte and the Hansol Foundation/ Museum SAN
in collaboration with Johyun Gallery
supported by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Italy, the Korean Cultural Center in Italy, the Embassy of Italy in Seoul, the Italian Cultural Institute in Seoul, the City of Cheongdo, Perrotin, Esther Schipper Gallery, and Fabriano. La Bella Carta dal 1264
The exhibition is part of the special program for the 140 years of cultural relations between Italy and Korea

Press inquiries at [email protected]
More info and opening hours at leebaestudio.com

Soap Culture announces the lineup of artists participating in the collective exhibition “Lavati la bocca con il sapone” at Palazzo Zon: Manuel Alvarez Bravo (5), Miroslaw Balka (1), Etienne Chambaud, Phil Collins, Mimosa Echard, Dominique Gonzalez-Foerster, Mona Hatoum, Thembinkosi Hlatswayo, Thomas Mailaender, Murmur, Max Piva (3), Gabriel Orozco (2), Teodoro Teadora, Wolfgang Tillmans (4), Rare Books, Namacheko, and Lowjack.

The exhibition will kick off with a special opening with a music performance by Lowjack on April 18 from 6.30pm - rsvp at [email protected]

The exhibition is open by appointment only via Eventbrite
Press enquiries on [email protected]
Link in bio

The artists .kadyri reimagined the characteristic Uzbek hand embroidery known as “suzani,” a term derived from the Persian word “suzan” – needle, through the lens of artificial intelligence. This process entails a digital and interactive transformation of the recognizable patterns traditionally belonging to a “female” craft.

Arsenale , Tese Cinquecentesche
Official inauguration, April 18th at 12pm

Press inquiries at [email protected] – press folder at the link in bio

“Lavati la bocca con il sapone” Soap Culture at Palazzo Zon

Mirosław Bałka, Étienne Chambaud, Teodoro Teadora, Thembinkosi Hlatshwayo, Phil Collins, Mona Hatoum, Wolfgang Tillmans, Manuel Alvarez Bravo, Thomas Mailaender, Murmur, Low Jack, Gabriel Orozco, Mimosa Echard, Dominique Gonzalez Foerster, Rare Books, Namacheko

April 18, 6.30pm - 8.30pm live music performance by Low Jack
rsvp at [email protected]

The exhibition is open by appointment only via Eventbrite
Press inquiries at [email protected]
Link in bio

We are delighted to announce “Don’t Miss the Cue – .kadyri”, the Republic of Uzbekistan at the 60th International Art Exhibition — La Biennale di Venezia, curated for the first time by and commissioned by

The exhibition delves into profound themes of belonging and identity, exploring the experiences of women from Central Asia. Through meticulously crafted sculptures inspired by traditional costumes and thought-provoking audiovisual materials curated by , the exhibition serves as a platform to examine the intricate interplay between technology and tradition.

Arsenale , Tese Cinquecentesche
Official inauguration, April 18th at 12pm

Press inquiries at [email protected] – press folder at the link in bio

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Client: Capsule Shanghai at Fondazione Marchesani

Location consulting and liaising.

The first international venue of the Chinese gallery Capsule Shanghai opens in Venice at Fondazione Marchesani. In a space suspended in time, between the canal and a private garden, the new venue will present an annual programme, starting with the choral exhibition When We Become Us² – open until March 23, 2024.

Photo by Riccardo Banfi

Job opportunity!

We are looking for a Venice-based candidate to join us from the beginning of March to the end of April, assisting our Press Office with the Biennale projects.

Paid job, salary to be agreed according to experience.

Send your CV and a short introduction to [email protected]

Client: Venezia FC

Social media management, engagement, and social customer service for Venezia FC official profiles; content creation and graphic design support for First Team, Youth Team and Women’s Team.

Founded in 1907,  is the professional football club of Venice, Italy - currently in Serie B.

Client: Hotel Metropole

Services provided by MAY: Press office and PR

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A Venezia apre un nuovo spazio d'arte indipendente In soli 20 metri quadri. Ecco i suoi obiettivi

Client: Olivier Berggruen
Private event at Palazzo Barnabò Malipiero

Services provided by MAY: Consulting, production and event management

Patricia Low Venezia presents Candida Höfer: Inside Italian Architecture

September 2 – November 26, 2023

Preview
Saturday 2 September, 2023 6pm

The exhibition focuses on examples of Höfer's large-format color photographs of historic public spaces in Italy, characteristically captured empty of people and painstakingly composed. Interior architectural details, canonical paintings and sculptures, and rows of books fill Höfer's pick of Italy's palaces of culture.

Fondazione Marchesani is an exhibition space nestled in the heart of Dorsoduro. This versatile venue encompasses three unique spaces: a white-cube ground floor, a fresco-adorned second floor, and three enchanting gardens surrounding the Palazzo. Additionally, the "Gallery," accessible through an independent entry, completes this multifaceted setting.

Location Manager
Carlotta Santini
[email protected]

The Giorgio and Armanda Marchesani Foundation is an exhibition space nestled in the heart of Dorsoduro. This versatile venue encompasses three unique spaces: a white-cube ground floor, a fresco-adorned second floor, and three enchanting gardens surrounding the Palazzo. Additionally, the "Gallery," accessible through an independent entry, completes this multifaceted setting.

Location Manager
Carlotta Santini
[email protected]

Dario has recently joined MAY’s team! Check out his guide on how to enjoy Venice (preferably, mainland).

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