KAWS Discusses Beato Angelico Exhibition and New Installation at Palazzo Strozzi

An interview with artist KAWS was conducted on the occasion of his site-specific installation 'THE MESSAGE' opening at Palazzo Strozzi in Florence, running from October 29, 2025, to January 25, 2026. The conversation centered on the ongoing exhibition dedicated to Beato Angelico, with which KAWS's work engages in dialogue. KAWS reflected on Beato Angelico's art as deeply spiritual and timeless, sharing his views on art's purpose of connection and authenticity. He also mentioned a previous visit to Florence for an Olafur Eliasson exhibition at the same venue. KAWS is an American artist known for blending animation-inspired visuals across painting, sculpture, and design, with works shown globally at institutions like SFMoMA and the Brooklyn Museum.