The Milan edition of the Symposium will focus on visual arts and design – areas that Milan is internationally recognized for, and will be led by Marco Bocola.
Artists will be invited to explore and experiment the specific practice of Vectorealism studio, that emphasize the use of personal fabrication technologies aiming to foster design-oriented thinking. This is a comprehensive source of inspiration that also takes into account sociological themes such as labor and autopoiesis.
Throughout the week, artists will be asked to reflect on their artistic projects and practices, aiming to foster a collective and inclusive language that engages in a dialogue with European tradition and architecture. The FabLab Vectorealism will provide the necessary materials and equipment for creating models and functional elements, with project mentors offering guidance. The residency will draw significant inspiration also from the whole ‘Angelo Gavazzi’ industrial area. The site has been home to Vectorealism for over ten years, and is known for its symbolic and architectural significance. For this event, the workspace will be expanded to include the ‘Fabbrica’, one of the most impressive buildings of the former soap factory.
The residency concludes with a celebratory event unveiling the artists’ transformative interventions, revealing the Fabbrica’s remarkable metamorphosis into a unique and functional “home” for the party.