Altamura: Free Drawing Open Day with Mimmo Centonze

Altamura: Free Drawing Open Day with Mimmo Centonze

A practical, free session focused on drawing and the creative potential of the brain's right hemisphere. The event is suitable for art lovers, beginners and anyone interested in exploring observational and expressive techniques through drawing.

Event details

• Date and time: Friday, 10 April 2026, 17:00–20:00.
• Venue: Confconsumatori APS, via Griffi 14, Altamura (BA), Italy.
• Topic: "Drawing and the hidden faculties of the brain's right hemisphere".
• Admission: free; the first lesson is included.
• Bookings and information: phone +39 349 4637882.

Why attend

The workshop uses practical exercises to stimulate the right hemisphere, promoting relaxation, intuition, imagination and holistic thinking. Benefits include:

• improved observational and visual representation skills;
• greater confidence in creative and professional decision-making;
• new approaches to solving relational and work-related problems using whole-brain strategies.

About Mimmo Centonze

Mimmo Centonze is an artist and curator with an extensive international exhibition record. He began studying classical painting techniques at a young age and has shown work in major institutions, including the Venice Biennale, venues in New York, multiple cities across China and Dubai.

Besides his artistic practice, Centonze organizes exhibitions, delivers lectures and runs courses that link art with cognitive development. He founded and directs two cultural institutions in Matera: the MUDIC (Museo Diffuso Contemporaneo) and the Casa Museo – Casa Studio Mimmo Centonze, which houses a collection spanning several centuries.

How to join

To reserve a place or request more information call +39 349 4637882. Spaces may be limited, so early booking is recommended. If you plan to take part actively, bring basic drawing supplies (pencils, eraser, sketchbook).