Temple University Rome Hosts Group Show on Word and Image
An intriguing exhibition titled 'A Word That Troubles' is currently on display at Temple University in Rome. Curated by Gaia Bobò, the show features the works of eight artists, including Alessia Armeni, Edoardo Aruta, and Emanuele Becheri. The exhibition delves into the interplay between text and imagery, linking back to historical oral practices and the concept of Visual Poetry. Visitors can experience a diverse array of artistic mediums, such as photography, video, and painting, showcasing how simple concepts evolve into complex visual interpretations, blending verbal and artistic elements in a unique dialogue.
Key facts
- Exhibition titled 'A word that troubles' at Temple University in Rome
- Curated by Gaia Bobò
- Features eight artists: Alessia Armeni, Edoardo Aruta, Emanuele Becheri, Francesco Carone, Alessandra Draghi, Filipe Lippe, Agnieszka Mastalerz, Benyamin Zolfaghari
- Explores the relationship between word and image
- Moves from oral tradition to Visual Poetry
- Includes photography, video, poetry, painting, and pure sign
- Word becomes image, emancipating from its concept
- Verbal and visual coexist in union and contradiction
Entities
Artists
- Alessia Armeni
- Edoardo Aruta
- Emanuele Becheri
- Francesco Carone
- Alessandra Draghi
- Filipe Lippe
- Agnieszka Mastalerz
- Benyamin Zolfaghari
- Gaia Bobò
Institutions
- Temple University
- Artribune
Locations
- Rome
- Italy