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A Modern Museum in a Country of Ancient Art

  • October 28, 2009
  • Rated 4 of 5 by airynfaerie from St. Augustine, Florida
A Modern Museum in a Country of Ancient Art

A surprisingly refreshing stop during a visit to Italy is one to a very modern gallery in the city of Milan, the Forma. Fittingly, this gallery is a modern space in one of Italy's more modern cities, and it's a nice change of pace from the multitudes of historic art that one can see in abundance in this country of ancient masters from Roman times to the Renaissance. The Forma is an "International Center for Photography" and offers visitors a quality collection of artists' works throughout the seasons.

During a visit to the city of Milan in 2008, we were able to visit an exhibition at the Forma highlighting the works of famed photographer, Richard Avedon. As he's one of my favorite photographers, we completely enjoyed the exhibition of two floors of photos from his American studies and also large print celebrity portraits from Andy Warhol to Francis Bacon, and even a nice quantity of his fashion photography studies.

Founded in 2005, this gallery is housed in a renovated tramway warehouse, and is quite an amazing space in itself. Still situated near the current tram station, and near the canal district in the Ticinese section of Milan, this space offers various exhibitions year round. Dedicated to the advancement, preservation, and honor of past and present photography, this gallery also offers exhibitions and lecture for many student groups. There's even a cafe there to enjoy a small lunch or coffee during your visit.

If you're looking for a little break away from the older art of Italy, take a detour to the Forma and enjoy one of the many quality displays they have going on. Check their website for the full calendar of exhibitions and events.

• http://www.formafoto.it/
• Piazza Tito Lucrezio Caro, 1
• Tram 3, 9, 15, 29, 30, Bus 59,79, Filobus 90,91
• Open Mon - Wed, Sat: 11am- 8pm, Thu - Fri: 11am - 10pm
• Admission varies based on exhibition

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