Artist Spotlight - Milena Bini — Contemporary Art Curator Magazine

Biography

Born with a free spirit and a deep passion for art, Milena Bini began her artistic career in 1994, when she won the first painting prize at the Artestrasse exhibition in Brescia. With enthusiasm, she devoted herself to training to learn artistic techniques, attending various courses and institutions, both daytime and evening, including the fashion designer school at the I.P.F. Golgi, graphics courses at the C.R.E.D.I.P., the Caravaggio Art School, the “Arti e Mestieri” school Ricchino di Rovato and the Associazione Artisti Bresciani (AAB). Furthermore, she participated in the project “Art as a cure for the body and soul” at the Santa Giulia Museum in Brescia, also dedicating herself to numerous painting and sculpture courses.

LIFE, 2024 argilla, smalto ceramico, ferro, cm 10x10x50

After starting her studies at the LABA (Libera Accademia di Belle Arti) in Brescia, she decided to break with conventional patterns by undertaking a missionary experience in Brazil, where she created murals for an orphanage. Upon his return, he exhibited in several group shows in the Brescia area. Since 2004, his artistic research has expanded, ranging from painting to sculpture and short films. In 2007 and 2008 he exhibited at the AAB. Also in 2008, on the occasion of the centenary of Olivetti, he participated in a review of chalk drawings on wood, made on site in Ivrea, dedicated to the initiative and subsequently donated to the Olivetti Museum. Furthermore, one of his watercolors is permanently exhibited at the Lechi Museum in Montichiari (BS). In the same year, he illustrated a story for the Telethon Foundation and participated in the group show “Di Arte in Arte” in Gavardo (BS).

THE BALANCE, 2024 argilla, smalto ceramico terzo fuoco oro zecchino 10%, ferro, cm 165x30x30

In 2012, he contributed to the video “Caregiver” for the ASL of Brescia with a chalk drawing on wood and participated in the exhibition “Creazioni di Terracotta” with the installation “Lightness” at the Monastery of S. Pietro in Lamosa in Provaglio d’Iseo (BS), where he exhibited several times from 2013 to 2016. In 2014, one of his sculptures depicting the Moon was placed in a permanent exhibition at the Astronomical Observatory “Serafino Zani” in Lumezzane (BS). In December 2016, he commissioned three apple-shaped ceramic sculptures for the award ceremony of the international exhibition of Bolzano Interpoma and presented his first solo exhibition, “Catch Diversity – 100 mele”, at the gallery of a city shopping center, in via Vallecamonica (Bs).

BALANCE OF THE APPLE, 2024 argilla, smalto ceramico terzo fuoco oro zecchino 10%, ferro, cm 135x30x30, cm 100x20x20

In 2017, the artist exhibited his sculptures at Castello Quistini in Rovato (BS) and presented the installation "Catch Diversity" at the Milanese restaurant of the famous television chef Alessandro Borghese, AB - Il lusso della semplicità. He returned to exhibit here in 2018 and 2019. He participated in a contemporary art group show entitled "Arte nell’Arte" at Villa Mirra, Cavriana (MN). In 2018, his works were visible at Villa Fiordaliso in Gardone Riviera (BS), in Albereta in Franciacorta and during the Fuori Salone in Milan, on the occasion of the Design Week.

BALANCE, 2024 argilla, smalto ceramico, ferro, cm 50x17x17

In May 2019, from 11 to 13, she exhibited at Expo Arte Montichiari, represented by the Colossi Arte gallery in Brescia. In the same year, she distinguished herself as a finalist in the Artbox Project Miami 2.0 competition, organized by the Artbox Project gallery in Zurich. This significant recognition allowed her to exhibit during Art Basel in Miami. In addition, she began to collaborate with several art galleries, further expanding her presence in the contemporary art scene.

BIG MELA, 2024 argilla, smalto ceramico terzo fuoco, ferro, cm 50x50x50

In 2020, she won the “Artist of the Future” award from the Contemporary Art Curator Magazine in London. In the same year, she exhibited at the AISM (Italian Multiple Sclerosis Association) charity competition, of which she became a testimonial. A work was donated to ASST Franciacorta and permanently exhibited in the entrance corridor of the “Mellino Mellini” hospital in Chiari (BS), in an initiative curated by the Colossi Arte Contemporanea gallery in Brescia. Also in 2020, she exhibits at the bipersonal exhibition “Milena Bini & Jason Engelbart” at the Artbox Gallery in Zurich and from 20 to 24 August she is invited to the SWISS ART EXPO - Artbox Project Fair, Zurich. From 17 October to 14 November she is present at the exhibition “Andy Warhol and Friends” at the Mazzoleni Foundation in Alzano Lombardo (BG).

BE DIFFERENT-catch diversity- Yellow, 2024 argilla, smalto ceramico, ferro, plexiglass, cm46x46x12,5

In February 2021 she participates in the “Art Now” competition and is selected as “Artist of the year-creativity award” for a group exhibition in Palermo at the Effetto Arte gallery. In April she is present at the exhibition “Vittoria Alata musa contemporanea” organized by Colossi Arte. In the same year she exhibits a new series dedicated to the lagoon city in the prestigious Hotel Cipriani in Venice. In September 2021 she participates in the Fuorisalone in Milan and in the art exhibition “The Big Apple” organized by the Mazzoleni Foundation at the Franciacorta Golf Club. From November 12th to 15th, some of her works are exhibited at the Arte Padova fair, represented by the Vecchiato Arte gallery.

BE DIFFERENT-catch diversity- Black, argilla, smalto ceramico terzo fuoco, ferro, plexiglass, cm 56x56x11 2024

From March 1st to 30th 2022, she presents her solo exhibition "Woman Is Art" at the Mèlia Hotel il Duca, in Milan. Subsequently, from April 6th to May 21st 2022, she participates in the exhibition "PRESENCE_ABSENCE" at Vecchiato Arte in Padua. Furthermore, from March 25th to 27th 2022, she is present at the BAF Art Fair in Bergamo.

BE DIFFERENT-catch diversity- White, 2024 argilla, smalto ceramico, ferro, plexiglass, cm 56x56x11

From May 1st to July 31st 2022, she is involved in a group art show in Venice, hosted by the Artbox Projects gallery in Zurich. From June 2nd to 30th 2022, she exhibits in the contemporary exhibition "RENAISSANCE" at the Mazzoleni Foundation and the Majd Foundation in Ascona, Switzerland. Finally, from July 29 to August 16, 2022, she is invited to participate in the group exhibition "Biennale del Mare" in Bellaria, organized by a local art association, where she receives an award of merit.

BE DIFFERENT-catch diversity- Green, 2024, argilla, smalto ceramico, ferro, plexiglass, cm 56x56x15

In the meantime, she starts a prestigious collaboration and exhibits with the Berengo Foundation of Venice. From August 17 to 28, 2022, she presents her solo exhibition "APPLE’S SOULS" curated by Serena Uberti, at the Salòttino, in Salò (Bs). Subsequently, she participates in the Art Parma Fair on October 1, 2-7, 8 and 9 of the same year. From October 15 to November 31, she exhibits in the group exhibition "Arte in Contemporanea" again at the Salòttino, Salò (Bs) and participates in the Padua Art Fair, represented by Context art gallery.

BE DIFFERENT-catch diversity- Colors, 2024 argilla, acrilico, ferro, plexiglass, cm 56x56x14

Her presence also extends to the BAF Art Fair in Bergamo, from 13 to 15 January 2023, and from 2 to 5 February at BOOming in Bologna. She returns to the Art Parma Fair on 4, 5 and 10, 11 March 2023. From 17 to 26 April, she is a finalist in the exhibition "New York 2.0" in the United States, selected for the competition of the Artbox Project art gallery in Zurich. Finally, from 23 September to 10 October 2023, she is invited to participate in "Cortona in Arte" in Arezzo. From 30 September to 1 October and 6, 7, 8 October 2023 she will be present at the Art Parma Fair.

APPLE RED ROCK, 2024 argilla, smalto, vernice, metallo, ferro, cm20x20x18

In 2024, the artist will participate again in the Art Parma Fair, scheduled for 2, 3, 8, 9 and 10 March. From April 6 to June 6, she will exhibit in the exhibition “POP ART FOR EVER: from Andy Warhol to the Italian New Pop”, curated by Katia Brugnolo, at the GHV Hotel in Creazzo (VI). From April 13 to May 12, she will be present at the group exhibition “COLORE!”, which will be held at the Salòttino in Salò, curated by Serena Uberti. Finally, from October 5, 2024 to January 15, 2025, she will exhibit again at the GHV Hotel in Vicenza in the exhibition “POP ART & NEW ART”, again curated by Katia Brugnolo.

APPLE VENICE, 2021 vetro di Murano, cm 19x19x20

From February 13 to 18, 2025, she will be represented by the Berengo Foundation at the art fair “THE PALM BEACH SHOW”, which will take place at the Palm Beach County Convention Center, Florida.
The artist exhibits in art galleries both in Italy and abroad and has participated in important national and international contemporary art exhibitions, including Artbox Project Miami 2.0, Swiss Art Expo, Art Verona, Arte Padova, BAF Bergamo, Expo Arte Montichiari and Art Parma Fair.

GREEN ROCK APPLE, 2024 argilla, smalto, metallo, ferro, cm10x10x10

Artist Statement

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"Taking inspiration from the figure of the apple and using its shape as a constructive basis, I then modified the aesthetics of each of the proposed apples, obtaining a sort of colorful portrait of a society with a common morphology and a different culture, my intent is that everyone can accept their own uniqueness" In my sculptural work, the apple symbolizes self-acceptance and the uniqueness of each individual. Inspired by its shape and nuances, I create works that celebrate both the beauty of the apple and the inner journey of each of us. Each apple represents a person, with stories and experiences that make them unique.

EVA, 2024 argilla, smalto, cubicatura, vernice, ferro, cm20x20x18

Combining painting and sculpture, I give each apple a distinctive personality, enriched by details such as stems adorned with ancient nails. The decorative elements not only embellish, but also tell stories and communicate emotions, turning each work into an expression of the challenges and achievements on the path to self-acceptance. In short, my art invites us to recognize and celebrate our uniqueness, promoting a message of love and inner valorization. Through my apple sculptures, I want to stimulate a reflection on our identity and the importance of embracing every facet of ourselves.

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