A grandmother and her granddaughter baking together at a kitchen table in warm afternoon light

THE BEGINNING (LIGHT)

Nicola Fornoni
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THE BEGINNING (LIGHT)

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"A feather is very light, but when there are many, it is complicated to move them just by breathing. 3 is the perfect number—a symbol of vitality. I blow on 3 kg of white feathers and invite you to join me. Our breaths will meet between order and disorder, help and obstacle." - Nicola Fornoni.

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Video and editing: Matilde Sambo. Music: Mauro Sambo

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Nicola Fornoni

Nicola Fornoni (Brescia, Italy, 1990). Although suffering from severe Scleroderma since 2001, he incessantly produces performance works, live and for video, which are captivating for their symbolic imagery and visual impact.

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