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THE ARROSCIA RESIDENCY THINKart Celebrates its inauguration with an incredible turnout

August 15, 2025

John Clements and Nicola Parente are grateful for a successful inauguration for the Arroscia Residency ThinkArt (ART) studio! We thank the community of Comune di Pieve di Teco and the region of Liguria for an amazing turn out and support. We wish to thank Claudia Hygge Andreotta and Francesca Bogliolo for their curatorial expertise in choosing 19 exceptional Ligurian artists: Luigi Cennamo Sbarra, Saverio Chiappalone, Enzo Consiglio, Lara Giurdanella, Roberto Lafoz Lafornara, Luca del Luca Del Sordo, Sergio Gagliolo, Igor Grigoletto, Claudio Marciano, Giovanni Novaresio, Federica Orsini, Corrado Puma, Davide Puma, Antony Risi, Sandro Nadalini Ristori, Gioele Sasha Staltari, Carla Sterla, Pino Venditti, Danilo Viviani. Additionally, thank you Allessandro Giacobbe (for historical perspective on Pieve di Teco), Tenuta Maffone for their sponsorship and the beautiful wines provided as well as Sapori del Corso for the exceptional catering.

The inaugural exhibition is on view through August 30, Open - Friday, Saturday, Sunday from 10:00am to 1:00pm., Corso Mario Ponzoni, 14 - Pieve di Teco, Italy.

Innaugural Celebration Exhibition

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Event poster for an art exhibition titled 'A Luz e The Light' at Pieve di Teco, taking place from August 9 to August 30, 2025. The poster includes details about the inauguration on August 8 at 6:30 PM, with a critical presentation at 7:00 PM, curated by Claudia Andreotta and Francesca Bogliolo.

Arroscia Residency - Think Art proudly announces its inauguration with a captivating group exhibition showcasing 19 remarkable Ligurian artists. Curated by Claudia Andreotta and Francesca Bogliolo, this event invites the public to experience innovative art in a vibrant setting.

Featured artists are:

Luigi Cennamo Sbarra | Saverio Chiappalone | Enzo Consiglio | Lara Giurdanella | Roberto Lafoz Lafornara | Luca del Sordo | Sergio Gagliolo | Igor Grigoletto | Claudio Marciano | Giovanni Novaresio | Federica Orsini | Corrado Puma | Davide Puma | Antony Risi | Sandro Nadalini Ristori | Gioele Sasha Staltari | Carla Sterla | Pino Venditti | Danilo Viviani

Join us on August 8, 2025, at 6:30 PM, followed by a special presentation by the curators at 7:00 PM.

Location: Corso Mario Ponzoni, 14, Pieve di Teco (IM), Italy.

Everyone is welcome.

Three people, two men and a woman, in circular frames. The first man is in black and white with glasses and a serious expression; the woman is in a studio with colorful abstract art and working with gloves; the second man is in a dark environment with red lighting and shadows of plants on his face.

THE ARROSCIA RESIDENCY ANNOUNCES ITS FIRST ARTISTS-IN-RESIDENCE

May 7, 2025

The Arroscia Residency is proud to present our first artists-in-residence for the upcoming session. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to CAMILO CORREA-COSTA, KRISTINA ROSE BAKER, and CAMILO NUNEZ.

The selection process was highly competitive, attracting a total of 76 strong applicants from an impressive 27 different countries. Our dedicated jurors meticulously reviewed each submission, taking into account the remarkable portfolios of the applicants alongside their thoughtful and insightful responses to application questions.

We applaud these three talented artists for their achievements. Their presence at the residency promises to enrich our creative community and contribute to a vibrant exchange of artistic ideas.

WORLD WIDE RESPONSE for the Arroscia RESIDENCY OPEN CALL

April 25, 2025

Arroscia Residency is pleased to report that its inaugural Open Call for Artists has successfully closed on April 5, marking a significant milestone for our organization. The worldwide response to our opening residency has been nothing short of fantastic. We received an impressive total of applications from 76 talented artists hailing from 27 diverse countries around the globe. Now, the difficult yet essential work is under way, as we meticulously review the information received and carefully select the winners of the Arroscia Residency Fall 2025 grants. The quality and creativity of the work submitted are truly impressive and inspiring. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all respondents who participated and to everyone who helped spread the word about our new residency initiative. Stay tuned for updates on the selected artists and upcoming events.

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First oPEN CALL FOR ARTISTS OPENS MARCH 1, 2025

February 6, 2025

With construction a month from finishing, John Clements and Nicola Parente announce that the first open call for artists of the Arroscia Residency will open on March 1, 2025. A sample of the questionnaire in English, Italian and Spanish can be found on our website so that artists can begin compiling their information. The deadline for submission is April 5, 2025. The jurors are looking forward to seeing your portfolios!

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PRESS - John e Nicola, dall’America alla Valle Arroscia per creare una residenza per artisti

Riviera24.it - Daisy Parodi

17 novembre, 2024

La prima open call sarà a marzo del 2025 e la residenza aprirà le sue porte nel settembre dello stesso anno

Lavina- Pieve di Teco. Da tre anni John Clements, architetto e Nicola Parente, visual artist, entrambi americani hanno eletto Lavina, frazione del Comune di Rezzo (Valle delle Giare) la loro casa. Un sogno che custodivano da tanti anni anche con un obiettivo ambizioso: costruire una residenza per artisti in Valle Arroscia.  Entrambi i loro desideri sono diventati realtà e dopo tanta ricerca hanno trovato l’alloggio perfetto a Pieve di Teco dove già dal prossimo settembre gli artisti selezionati potranno soggiornare per un paio di mesi nel borgo medioevale e creare, dipingere la loro arte. Ma ad una condizione: interagire con la comunità locale per far conoscere la propria arte e donare una loro opera per creare un museo. …

click here to read full article in Italian with English translation.

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Renovation of the Arroscia Residency Studio has begun!

August 16, 2024

After 6 months of preparation of construction drawings and permits, the renovation is officially underway. Look for upcoming posts showing the transformation.

As soon as the scaffolding started going up, excitement over this project in a small village in Liguria spread. The Pieve di Teco residents are thrilled to have this cultural addition to their historic village.

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ResArtis Worldwide Network of Art Residencies

November 13, 2023

We are thrilled to announce that our application for membership in the ResArtis Worldwide Network of Art Residencies has been approved. Go to ResArtis.org and enjoy looking through the Arroscia Residency profile.


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ARROSCIA RESIDENCY HAS A HOME!

October 15, 2023

Welcome to the Arroscia Residency site. We are grateful and excited for you to join us in this Italian art adventure. We have officially acquired a new property! Renovation of the Studio Building and the new home of the Arroscia Residency will begin soon. Stay tuned!