Artist Fans Become a Solidarity Project for UNICEF in Kenya
Marina Pecherskaya, the curator, has introduced Ventaglio, an initiative that reimagines fans as mediums for modern art and social involvement. This project, which supports the UNICEF Women-Led Innovation Challenge in Kenya, aims to empower women through sustainable business ventures. Collectors can purchase distinctive fans created by international artists, with proceeds benefiting the initiative. The initial collection was showcased at a charity auction in Milan, with plans for a second edition. The project uses wind as a symbol of art's influence. The Kenyan initiative focuses on equipping women with entrepreneurial skills and improving access to education and healthcare. Featured artists include Zora Mann, Benni Bosetto, Leda Catunda, and Stephanie Comilang. Pecherskaya remarks, "Ventaglio means transforming beauty into energy."
Key facts
- Ventaglio is an artistic and philanthropic project by curator Marina Pecherskaya.
- The project supports the UNICEF Women-Led Innovation Challenge in Kenya.
- Unique fans by international artists are sold to collectors and supporters.
- A first selection was presented in Milan at a charity auction event.
- A second collector's edition is planned to expand support.
- Participating artists include Zora Mann, Benni Bosetto, Leda Catunda, and Stephanie Comilang.
- Benni Bosetto's fan is inspired by her show at Pirelli HangarBicocca.
- Leda Catunda's fan is hand-painted silk on a wooden structure.
- Stephanie Comilang's fan is a traditional Filipino design in embroidered silk.
- The project aims to empower women through sustainable enterprises in Kenya.
Entities
Artists
- Marina Pecherskaya
- Zora Mann
- Benni Bosetto
- Leda Catunda
- Stephanie Comilang
Institutions
- UNICEF
- Pirelli HangarBicocca
- Evermondo
- exibart.com
Locations
- Milan
- Italy
- Kenya
Sources
- Exibart —