Ruben Brulat's 'Ta sphère est sans peau' at Spazio Leonardo, Milan

Ruben Brulat's exhibition 'Ta sphère est sans peau' at Spazio Leonardo in Milan explores the primordial bond between the human body and nature through photography, sculpture, and poetry. The title reflects the artist's concept of the body as 'without membrane, dissolved in nature and the surrounding elements.' Central to the show are five analog photographs taken with a large-format camera at remote volcanic sites including Mount Etna, the Danakil Depression, and Indonesia, capturing unrepeatable performances where Brulat's body becomes part of the landscape. A wall sculpture made of plaster and organic materials collected in the Fontainebleau forest evokes shamanic staffs, created through a process of burying materials with the artist. Poems by Brulat, previously presented at the Museo Nazionale della Montagna in Turin in November 2024, are printed in small format in French, inviting intimate contemplation. The exhibition aligns with Spazio Leonardo's philosophy of promoting psycho-physical well-being through art, continuing its tradition of supporting young artists and integrating contemporary art into daily life.