“Nebbie” by Simona Poncia
Curated by Oriana Rizzuto and Marco Ardizzi
As part of the MArteLive Biennale, the CURATELA project features a series of artistic events organized by renowned curators who have developed exhibitions for the Biennale. One of these is the solo exhibition by Simona Poncia at Palazzo Velli Expo, titled “Nebbie” (Mists), curated by Oriana Rizzuto and Marco Ardizzi.
For the MArteLive Biennale, Palazzo Velli—a historic, multi-purpose space in the heart of Trastevere—will host an exhibition by the talented young photographer Simona Poncia. Her project, “Nebbie,” presents black-and-white images capturing structured atmospheres within fleeting, almost dreamlike moments. The exhibition will be held on the gallery's ground floor. “The images I seek to capture through my photography are timeless. I prefer black and white because it leaves no room for misunderstanding; it brings out the essence and purity of everything and lends a sense of sacredness to the image. Whether immersed in mysterious nature or swept up in the chaos of the city, it is silence that I seek—even where it appears to be absent.” This is how Simona Poncia describes her perspective on the world through her camera lens. “Fog makes everything more fascinating, allowing us to rediscover—in their true essence—landscapes we thought we knew. Things do not appear in their full complexity all at once but reveal themselves gradually, shaped by ever-changing light. For someone who loves black-and-white photography, fog offers enchanting, almost metaphysical scenes—until it vanishes, taking the dream it created along with it.” (Simona Poncia)
Alongside Poncia’s exhibition, there will be a distinctive selection of photographic works of great artistic significance. On the other floor of Palazzo Velli, works by renowned photographers will be on display—prints skillfully crafted by master analog printer Luciano Corvaglia. Corvaglia will also present "THE DARKROOM Project," a competition and workshop dedicated to young enthusiasts, focusing on the techniques and secrets of the darkroom.
The workshop-event is scheduled to take place at the Castle of Santa Severa in late January 2020. On Sunday the 8th at 5:00 PM and Tuesday the 10th at 6:00 PM, Corvaglia will discuss the project's key aspects and outline the experience that many young people can enjoy for free under the guidance of a professional master like himself.
To further illustrate "The Darkroom Project," the exhibition will feature not only photographic prints but also artist videos—such as Delirio di uno stampatore (A Printer’s Delirium)—in which well-known photographers share their phobias and obsessions regarding the perfection of photographic printing from a unique setting. Videos showcasing the main event at the Castle of Santa Severa—which will include exhibitions as well as live artistic and musical performances—will also be screened. Opening reception: Sunday, December 8 at 5:00 PM
Exhibition open until Tuesday, December 10
For the closing event on Tuesday, the 10th, there will be a session with Luciano Corvaglia and other analog photography experts—an opportunity for the public to ask questions and satisfy their curiosity—starting at 6:00 PM.