Brian Eno Gibigiana

“What I wanted is to create situations where people can have a little time for themselves, where they don’t have to feel threatened or hurried or stressed”.

Brian Eno

Yesterday, I had a fascinating experience visiting the "Gibigiana" exhibition by Brian Eno at the Galleria Michela Rizzo on Giudecca. I was in the company of Giulia, Barbara, Andrea, and Guido. We primarily know Brian Eno for his significant contributions to the world of music, not as a visual artist. This unfamiliar aspect of his artistic persona only served to heighten our collective curiosity.

The exhibition was captivating, to say the least. The gallery is situated on the grounds of the former Birreria Dreher, an old industrial site that has been transformed into a hub for art and culture. Among a sea of locazioni turistiche, the Galleria Michela Rizzo stands out as a beacon of fine art. The gallery itself is an attraction, and its contribution to contemporary art adds an extra layer of charm to the overall experience.
Brian Eno's exhibition was a revelation. He has managed to beautifully capture the magic of the Venetian Gibigiana - the reflective shimmering of light on water or masonry - through his generative art. His pieces are a testament to his extraordinary ability to cross boundaries and blur the lines between different artistic categories.

The exhibition was not just visually stunning but also emotionally engaging. Eno's intention, as he has expressed, is to create situations where people can have a little time for themselves, where they don’t have to feel threatened or hurried or stressed. This was clearly reflected in the calm and serene atmosphere of the exhibition. I found it easy to lose myself in his works, to let my mind wander and explore the depths of my own imagination.

Galleria Michela Rizzo until 10.07.2024