Pierdonato Taccogna's MOON Opens at Galleria Il Casino delle Muse in Palermo
On 2 October, Galleria Il Casino delle Muse in Palermo will unveil Pierdonato Taccogna's solo exhibition titled MOON, curated by Giulia Sirchia. This exhibition marks a departure from Taccogna's previous celestial themes, delving into a phenomenological study of light and shadow. The Moon acts as a medium to explore brightness, where shadow represents a state of light. His artwork Eclissi exemplifies this concept, showcasing the solar corona rising from darkness. Taccogna transcends traditional Space Art, focusing on the interpretation of phenomena rather than simple depiction. By utilizing jute canvases, he intertwines luminosity with texture, resulting in a tactile experience. The title MOON signifies a non-narrative stance, with the eclipse embodying the core of painting.
Key facts
- MOON, a solo exhibition by Pierdonato Taccogna, opens on 2 October at Galleria Il Casino delle Muse in Palermo
- The exhibition is curated by art historian Giulia Sirchia
- The show inaugurates the gallery's new exhibition season
- Taccogna's recent work shifts from describing cosmic subjects to investigating light as a perceptual condition
- The painting Eclissi shows the solar corona emerging through darkness rather than painted around it
- Works are executed on jute canvases whose weave remains an active part of the image
- The exhibition departs from an illustrative reading of Space Art while retaining recognizable astronomical imagery
- The title MOON avoids narrative superstructure, using the Moon to make visible the relation between presence and absence
Entities
Artists
- Pierdonato Taccogna
- Giulia Sirchia
Institutions
- Galleria Il Casino delle Muse
- segnonline.it
Locations
- Palermo
- Italy