Three different Artist Dates in Rome led me to three photography exhibitions that couldn’t have been more different: Franco Fontana at Ara Pacis, Richard Avedon at tje Gagosian Gallery, and Guido Guidi at MAXXI. Three masters with three completely different vibes… My photographer husband joined me for some of the shows and his trained eye […]
A Florentine weekend with a soul sister led us the Museo del Tessuto in Prato, the town known as a one-time hub of clothing production for the fashion world. The exhibition that drew us there was a sort of textile reverie: Silk Treasures. Masterpieces from the Falletti collection. The adventure of arriving there, by way […]
Futurism and I have a long affair. This was the subject of my premiere issue of Italian Journal as its editor, when I got to meet curators and chefs and artists carrying on the light of this special artistic movement of the early 20th century. My family owns a collection of Futurist prints, which has […]
As someone whose work explores color, texture and form, watching the haute couture collections unfold in Paris feels like witnessing kindred spirits working at the pinnacle of creative expression. Through the lens of my artist and designer eye, these collections resonate with familiar artistic sensibilities while pushing extraordinary boundaries of craftsmanship and vision. The artistry […]
I’m delighted to announce Rome. I Live for Beauty, a solo exhibition at the Circolo degli Esteri, Rome from January 24 to February 8. This collection of digital etchings continues my exploration of beauty as an eternal yet evolving concept, weaving together emotions with symbolism – inspired by the Eternal City, far from my native […]
A friend in-the-know prebooked a guided visit at the Museo del Corso one Sunday morning, and asked me and another to join. These visits sell out quickly, so getting in the door to this art tour entitled “Rome and the Jubilee” was a treat. Early on a Sunday morning, via del Corso was unusually quiet […]
2024 was nothing short of exceptional — it was one of my most creative years, filled with lots of shows, collaborations, and exciting projects. The journey of this year has been a tapestry of achievements, new experiences, and wonderful connections. Here are some highlights: Laudatio Sie Show at Palazzo Braschi It has been a privilege […]
It’s that time of year again – the highly anticipated Pantone Color of the Year announcement, a moment of excitement for every color enthusiast. For 2025, the honor goes to Mocha Mousse. Admittedly, my intuition leaned toward greens this time around, but brown certainly has its merits. It’s a shade we’ve seen dominating the fashion […]
For the second year, I had the opportunity to attend the Women to Watch EMEA conference in London as VP / Creative and Branding of Beacon Int’l, one of the roles I have in my art director chair. My visit coincided with show Michelangelo, Leonardo, Raphael at the Royal Academy art museum. That these Italian […]
A long weekend in Madrid provided ample time to explore some of the city’s most beautiful collections of art, besides some fun gallery visits and unusual street art on the way. The Prado A visit to the Prado Museum with my husband Mauro and my son Ludo was a must. The Prado is on […]
I’m thrilled to announce Ruminations: Rome, my solo exhibition at the U.S. Embassy Tri Mission Gallery, featuring selected works from my Iconics/Poetics series. This collection explores the layers, symbols, and figures from my observations of Rome, reflecting the city’s depth and timeless beauty. View the selected works displayed Each piece in this grouping is a […]
I am delighted to unveil my new Studio Shop, now live and easier to navigate. Explore my collection of acrylic prints and books on this new site. Each of these is an original design, and all works are printed to order. Enjoy! http://shop.claudiapalmira.com
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