Matilde Sambo and Davide La Montagna Open Joystick's New Season in Venice
Joystick, an independent contemporary art venue located in Venice, kicks off its season with the exhibition "Such a Fever: I Can't Stop Living / Che febbre: non riesco di smettere di vivere," showcasing the talents of Matilde Sambo and Davide La Montagna. Curated by Mara Sartore, this exhibition will be on display until 1 November 2026 at Calle Longa 2125/B, 30135 Venezia. It delves into themes of fragile presences and emotional stories using everyday materials. Sambo (b. 1993) utilizes graphite and wood, whereas La Montagna (b. 1992) incorporates found objects and poetic expressions. Their creations encourage a contemplative focus on memory and vulnerability. The opening featured a live poetry reading by La Montagna accompanied by a sound piece from Sambo, which will persist throughout the exhibition.
Fatti principali
- Joystick is an independent contemporary art space founded in Venice in 2024.
- The exhibition "Such a Fever: I Can't Stop Living / Che febbre: non riesco a smettere di vivere" opens Joystick's new season.
- It is the first time the artistic research of Matilde Sambo and Davide La Montagna is shown together.
- Mara Sartore curated the show; she is founder and editorial director of My Art Guides and co-founder of Lightbox.
- The exhibition runs until 1 November 2026 at Calle Longa 2125/B, 30135 Venezia.
- Matilde Sambo was born in Venice, Italy, in 1993 and works across drawing, sculpture, engraving and installation.
- Davide La Montagna was born in Rivoli, Italy, in 1992 and works across sculpture, writing, installation and performance.
- During the opening, La Montagna's poems were read live with a sound composition by Sambo, whose acoustic track remains for the exhibition's duration.
Entità
Artisti
- Matilde Sambo
- Davide La Montagna
- Mara Sartore
Istituzioni
- Joystick
- My Art Guides
- Lightbox
Luoghi
- Venice
- Italy
- Rivoli
Fonti
- Artslife —