MUSIC VIDEOS AND LIVE VISUAL'S SCREENING TIMING
TO BE ANNOUNCED
SIGHT FOR SOUND
Petulia Mattioli: 30yrs of Album Cover Art, Music Videos and Beyond!
Exhibition text by Marco Pierini (Contemporary Art Museum Director, Councillor for Culture in Perugia, Italy)
Press Release:
This dynamic exhibition explores the multifaceted career of Petulia Mattioli, an acclaimed Italian graphic designer and visual artist known for her groundbreaking collaborations with musicians worldwide. Through iconic record covers, multimedia projects, and live visuals, Mattioli has contributed to the aesthetic of the independent music scene while also engaging with editorial and social activism. Her work has been showcased in museums, theatres, and galleries across Europe, the USA, Canada, and Japan, reflecting her deep influence on contemporary visual culture.
More than a retrospective, this exhibition reveals the experimental nature of Mattioli’s work, tracing her artistic evolution through graphic design, original photography, video clips, and live visuals. A key focus is the exploration of unique, unconventional techniques and photographic processes that have defined her approach.
Many of her works emerged from low-budget, independent collaborations, where creativity took precedence over technology. By using unexpected materials, simple tools, and artistic “tricks,” she developed a signature style that embraces imperfection, resourcefulness, and raw artistic expression.
The exhibition also showcases works in their full experimental stage, allowing visitors to see pieces before they were finalised offering insight into the creative process and the evolution of ideas.
A listening corner will immerse visitors in the soundscapes that inspired Mattioli’s visuals, creating a deeper connection between sound and image.
The exhibition also showcases works in their full experimental stage, allowing visitors to see pieces before they were finalised offering insight into the creative process and the evolution of ideas.
A listening corner will immerse visitors in the soundscapes that inspired Mattioli’s visuals, creating a deeper connection between sound and image.
Students are encouraged to come by in the following days to explore and discuss the "how-to" details of the artworks.