The Japan Matsuri festival will host “Furoshiki – Terre del Ceneri meet Japan” exhibition which was created by Pro Cadenazzo Robasacco in collaboration with the Cadenazzo Municipal Council and the Educational Centre for the Artistic Industries (CSIA). Terre del Ceneri is part of the Culture in movement program, subsidised by the Federal help for the Italian language and culture.
The exhibit is an emotional cultural voyage that ties together the two cultures. It evokes many different feeling in the observer, should they decide to let themselves be transported by the ambience and the events. Contemplation, emotion and nature paint natural paintings of traditions and sensational discoveries. 16 limited edition Furoshiki we’re created for this exhibition by some young and talented artists. The suggestive landscapes of the paintings fully immerse the observer and leading them in a voyage of light and colour.
In Japan, the Furoshiki is a square fabric wrapper, which is commonly used to transport clothes, presents and other goods.
Contemplation
The path
The theme is inspired by the path and the practice of observation and contemplation. This is an effort to rebuild the ties we have with nature and to ground ourselves in the landscape whilst celebrating its history.
The theme’s look: tints, vintage wash, rough and rustic.
Motives: Bark, flowers and greenery, cork, traditional geometric motives, machines.
Nature
Slow down to perceive
The theme is inspired by perceiving and listening to our instincts with clarity, simplicity abs elegance. It expresses protection, like a cocoon.
The theme’s look: calm and natural.
Motives: patterns that imitate natural elements, like geometric structures, lines and small motives.
Emotions
Celebrating speed
The theme is based on optimism, festivity, and freedom. It celebrates being connected, social and in movement.
The theme’s look: spontaneity, exuberance and extroversion.
Motives: insects, flowers, simple geometric shapes, and art inspired by children’s drawings.