Mostra Fotografica in Memoria di Marcello Carrozzo

The "Expressions of Art Association" is pleased to announce the photographic exhibition “Beyond the Barricades” dedicated to the memory of Marcello Carrozzo, an important cultural event that will take place from November 30 to December 6, 2024, at the Palazzo Tanzarella in Ostuni with the patronage of the Municipality of Ostuni, the Ostuni Civic Museum, AIFO, and the Ostuni Marina Proloco. The inauguration will be held on November 30 at 5:30 PM in the picturesque exhibition space that celebrates the artistic and cultural beauties of our community.

Marcello Carrozzo was a talented photojournalist whose work was primarily focused on social issues, capturing images from exotic locations and war zones. He was deeply committed to depicting marginalization, moments of daily life, and more recently, the conditions of migrants in the Mediterranean through the lens of his camera. He conducted reports in Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, the Gaza Strip, Iraq, Kenya, Congo, Thailand, Vietnam, India, Argentina, and Mongolia, documenting the contradictions, sufferings, and abuses, striving to make the invisible visible.

The opening night will be presented by Ferdinando Sallustio, a prominent figure in the local cultural scene, who will guide the visitors through a journey of Carrozzo's life and works. With his distinctive communicative flair, Sallustio will offer an overview of the significance that photography held in the artist’s life.

Following this, speaker Raimondo Musolino, Artistic Director of FotoArte, will delve into the value of photographs as a means of expression and communication. Musolino, with his experience and expertise, will lead the audience to reflect on the importance of visual language, the role photography plays in contemporary society, and how images can influence our perceptions and emotions.

In conclusion, we eagerly await your presence on November 30 to share in this significant moment of culture and memory, honoring a great photojournalist who managed to leave an indelible mark on the hearts of those fortunate enough to know his work. The exhibition will be open daily from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Palazzo Tanzarella in Ostuni on Cathedral Street.