International Contemporary Art Exhibition
In November 2025, the Quadriennale di Milano took place at Villa Camperio in Villasanta (MB). During this period, the historic venue hosted an international contemporary art exhibition focused on symbolism, emotional balance, and the dialogue between light and form.
The exhibition brought together artists, curators, critics, and visitors in a shared cultural space. As a result, Villa Camperio became a place of direct visual communication and thoughtful observation. Contemporary artworks were presented in a context that encouraged reflection and personal interpretation.
Within this exhibition, I participated with the painting “Under Protection”, part of my symbolic series “Different.” The artwork explores the idea of protection as an inner state rather than a physical boundary. Through contrast and movement, the composition reflects balance, trust, and emotional stability.
Moreover, the painting develops a visual dialogue between light and shadow. This interaction highlights vulnerability and strength as interconnected elements. For this reason, the work naturally integrated into the overall concept of the exhibition.
👉 Internal link to the artwork:
Under Protection
The exhibition was curated by Antonio Castellana and supported by art critics and jury members, including Giada Eva Tarantino and Calogero Cordaro. Their curatorial approach emphasized clarity of concept and symbolic depth.
During the opening days, visitors actively engaged with the artworks. In addition, conversations unfolded directly in front of the works, reinforcing the connection between the audience and contemporary artistic language. The atmosphere remained calm, focused, and attentive.
Overall, the Quadriennale di Milano — November 2025 confirmed the role of contemporary art as a space for reflection and dialogue. The exhibition demonstrated how symbolic visual language can communicate ideas of protection, balance, and inner awareness without excess narrative.
Through its structure and atmosphere, the exhibition offered a coherent and thoughtful artistic experience.
Liliia Kaluzhyna and art critic Antonio Castellana with the painting Under Protection at Quadriennale di Milano 2025.
Viewers engaging with the painting Under Protection at Quadriennale di Milano 2025.
Certificate of participation — Quadriennale di Milano 2025.