Curator Vasco Forconi on Interdisciplinary Practice and Recent Projects

Vasco Forconi began his career in the art sector as an assistant and installer, eventually cultivating a curatorial approach that draws from literature, linguistics, and film. He perceives exhibitions as instruments for bridging interpretive divides and transforming theoretical concepts into tangible experiences. His experiences in galleries exposed him to market dynamics, prompting a focus on artistic practices that delve into alternative narratives. New York played a crucial role in shaping his intellectual journey, emphasizing social interactions and the precariousness of neoliberalism within artistic circles. Forconi probes whether platforms can effectively tackle these challenges. Notable recent endeavors include participating in the collective Senza Appuntamento at Franco Candela's barbershop in Rome and curating "Italiani brava gente" at Fondazione VOLUME! in October 2019, which reflects on Italy's colonial history. In 2019, he will also curate "Shoegaze" at the Italian Institute of Culture in Stockholm.