Bianco-Valente's 'Terra di Me' at Palazzo Branciforte

The exhibition 'Terra di Me' by the Italian artist duo Bianco-Valente, consisting of Giovanna Bianco and Pino Valente, is on display at Palazzo Branciforte in Palermo until September 30. In partnership with Fondazione Sicilia, the show merges historical maps from Villa Zito's collection, dating from the 15th to 18th centuries, with modern migration stories. It delves into the evolving perception of the Mediterranean, contrasting its cultural heritage with its current status as a dangerous migration route. Key elements include workshops with young migrants to build connections through shared narratives. Featured works are the video 'Costellazione di me,' the photo series 'Baricentro,' and the performance 'Complementare,' alongside 'Breviario del Mediterraneo,' a collage influenced by Predrag Matvejević and Marco D'Eramo. The main image overlays an ancient navigation map on the artist's palm.