Matteo Mauro and Alessandro D’Aquila have just concluded their dual solo exhibition, Tra Segno e Silenzio, at Fondazione Italo Zetti in Parma. The exhibition marked the end of the year with  a project that successfully combined two distinct yet complementary artistic practices, with respect to the historical and cultural identity of the hosting institution.

The opening vernissage in early December was met with a high turnout, filling the exhibition spaces and confirming the interest from the local public. Throughout the duration of the exhibit, visitors engaged actively with the artworks, spending time in the exhibition and conversing around process, material, and conceptual research. The successful opening set the tone for the entire duration of the show, which maintained a steady flow of visitors until its closing.

The exhibition unfolded as a visual and conceptual exchange between Matteo Mauro and Alessandro D’Aquila. While maintaining their individual artistic identities, the works entered into a shared space of tension and resonance, between sign and structure, material and gesture, precision and intuition.

Mauro’s research, grounded in the investigation of inscriptions, symbols, and constructed visual languages, encountered D’Aquila’s approach in a way that encouraged comparison rather than hierarchy. The result was an exhibition capable of addressing different sensibilities while remaining cohesive, offering visitors multiple entry points and readings.

The positive reception of the exhibition highlights Parma’s capacity to host and support contemporary artistic projects with ambition and depth. The attentive crowd, diverse in background and age, demonstrated a strong willingness to engage with complex visual languages and conceptual frameworks.

The concluded exhibition between Matteo Mauro and Alessandro D’Aquila stands as a successful example of how contemporary art can activate meaningful exchanges between artists and audiences alike. The strong response from visitors and the vibrant opening confirm the project’s impact and relevance, positioning it as a valuable chapter within both artists’ ongoing practices.