«Morocco, Sentimental Atlas» is the new exhibition by Italian photographer Nicola Fioravanti, showcasing his collection dedicated to the kingdom from April 16 to May 22 at the Letizia Battaglia International Photography Center in the Cantieri Culturali alla Zisa in Palermo, Sicily. Supported by the Moroccan Consulate General, the event, organized by art historian Daniela Brignone, the I-design Association, and Contemporary Concept, offers an opportunity to explore a selection of 40 photographs that celebrate Morocco's colors, faces, alleyways, architecture, and everyday scenes. Nicola Fioravanti's first visit to Morocco dates back to 2010, when he discovered a «chromatic power» that became a source of inspiration. Nearly ten years later, his return to the country marked a turning point, with his new goal being to «tell the soul» of its people and land. Fioravanti traveled through cities and villages, streets and kasbahs, stalls, and craft shops, capturing moments that celebrate the naturally harmonious colors of Morocco. Ph. Nicola Fioravanti «This exhibition is not just a photographic testimony of great mastery, but an emotional journey to the heart of Morocco», emphasizes curator Daniela Brignone. She refers to a body of work that delves into Morocco's culture and soul, presented in Palermo, a city that still retains many historical landmarks from the Arab domination in southern Europe. The photos notably showcase the medina of Casablanca, with its bustling markets, Chefchaouen with its blue-painted streets, and a sense of suspended atmosphere. For the photographer, this exhibition represents a significant milestone as it marks the first time one of his exhibitions is hosted in Sicily. After Palermo, the exhibition will be presented in Rabat, from December 1 to 18, at the Bab Rouah Gallery.
