BloomForever: Giulio Michelini's Photographic Ode to Nature's Slowness

Giulio Michelini, a visual artist from Tuscia, Italy, launched BloomForever, a project blending photography, scanning, and recyclable materials to explore biodiversity and human-ecosystem interdependence. Presented in a visual production by Artribune, the project delves into dreamlike, erotic, and psychedelic dimensions of botany, aiming to raise awareness about humanity's relationship with nature and the importance of slowness and observation. Michelini, who grew up in a family-run nursery since the 1950s, began studying botany independently and uses a mix of techniques—including a vintage Nikon camera and a scanner for enhanced detail—to capture imperceptible moments like insect movements on flowers. The project emphasizes sustainability, using recyclable materials and highlighting climate change effects such as altered plant cycles. Michelini incorporates video with high-speed footage to reveal details invisible to the human eye. The interview was conducted by Alessia Caliendo, with photography by Lorenzo Marzi, direction by Nicolò Bassetto, and sound design by Nicola Cattelan.