'Travelling with Pacini’s Sticks': exhibition opens at Fortilizio della

'Travelling with Pacini’s Sticks' at the Fortilizio della Cittadella

The solo exhibition by Gianfranco Pacini opened on 16 April 2026 at the Fortilizio della Cittadella - Casa degli artisti pisani in Pisa, curated by Nicola Micieli. The show brings together more than 30 works spanning painting, printmaking and installations, with the artist's distinctive "sticks" elevated to compositional elements.

Speakers at the opening included Pisa's cultural councillor Filippo Bedini, the artist Gianfranco Pacini and art critic Lodovico Gierut. The display traces Pacini's artistic journey from early experiments to mature pieces, with recurring references to the sea, landscapes and the Latin American experiences that influenced his work.

What to see

The exhibition features acrylic on canvas, coloured prints, panel compositions and mixed-media pieces, plus visually striking installations. The "sticks"—once tools for mixing paint—become visual motifs that shape suspended landscapes between sky, sea and land.

Practical information

• Dates: on view until Sunday 3 May 2026
• Admission: free
• Opening hours: Tuesday–Friday 10:00–13:00 and 16:00–19:00; Saturday, Sunday and 1 May continuous 10:00–19:00
• Venue: Fortilizio della Cittadella - Casa degli artisti pisani (Pisa)
• Extras: visitors can also access the Torre Guelfa

The show provides a broad overview of Pacini's visual language, combining technical experimentation with symbolic meaning. Check for any last-minute updates to visiting times before planning your visit.