Remembering Franco Fontana at Galleria Gracis, Milan

Galleria Gracis presents an exhibition dedicated to Franco Fontana, the photographer who made color a central expressive element. Originally developed with the artist and his family, the show now serves as a commemorative dialogue with Fontana’s body of work.

When: from 7 October 2026 to 23 December 2026.

Where: Piazza Castello 16, Milan.

The exhibition concept

Titled Atanasio Soldati – Franco Fontana: explorations between form and color, the exhibition juxtaposes two visual languages to highlight shared concerns about form, color and spatial composition. The presentation emphasizes how Fontana turned color into a structural and poetic element of photography and relates it to Soldati’s pictorial practice.

Why visit

Provides a comprehensive perspective on the development of color photography.
Features selected works arranged in dialogue with Italian painting traditions.
Offers an opportunity to engage with Franco Fontana’s artistic legacy.

Practical note: check the gallery’s official channels for updated opening times and visitor information before attending.

Where it is

Location: Piazza Castello, 16, 20121 Milano MI, Italia

Coordinates: 45.4707566, 9.1819961

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