Mario Testino's Reflective Soul: Photography Exhibition at Patricia Low Contemporary in Venice

Mario Testino, the Peruvian-born photographer known for revolutionizing fashion imagery, is presenting a solo exhibition at Patricia Low Contemporary in Venice, running until November 15, 2026. The show explores nature as a central theme, featuring monumental floral works such as London (2019) and Tokyo (II) (2018–19), which draw on Japanese visual culture where flowers symbolize both fragility and renewal. Another major subject is the horse, treated as portraiture that echoes ancient wall paintings, mosaics, and mythological scenes from Roman villas. The exhibition also includes portraits of Stella Tennant, Daria Werbowy, and Vittoria Ceretti, with Tennant's portrayal as Marie Antoinette for Vogue UK described as particularly powerful. A series titled Meissen features 18th-century porcelain vases as photographic subjects, reflecting Venice's decorative arts tradition. Testino's career includes campaigns for Versace, Dolce & Gabbana, and Valentino. The gallery, located at Dorsoduro 2793, is open Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00–13:00 and 14:00–18:00.