Three Artists Defend Malpensa Airport Exhibitions Against Criticism

Three artists—Jeanfilip, Vincenzo Lo Sasso, and Matteo Ceschi—have publicly defended the art exhibitions hosted at Milan Malpensa Airport, responding to an editorial by Massimiliano Tonelli, director of Artribune, which criticized the quality of the displays and projects. The editorial sparked a response from SEA, the publicly-owned company managing the Milan airports, which published a letter on Artribune. The artists then added their own reply, expressing solidarity with SEA and defending their work. They argue that each exhibition requires significant effort, with works born from passion and sometimes suffering, and that the article's claims are erroneous and offensive to their professionalism. The artists praise SEA's curatorial passion, professionalism, and constant dialogue, noting that exhibitions are set up even at night. They emphasize that Malpensa's spaces host works by professional artists, offering diverse languages and sensibilities, and creating a vibrant, accessible cultural experience. They call for constructive criticism and invite visitors to approach the shows with open minds. The artists thank SEA staff for their commitment to providing beauty and hospitality.