Soresina: Stefano Zagaglia — The Last Ark

The DAV – Department of Visual Arts in Soresina presents The Last Ark, a retrospective exhibition by Milanese artist Stefano Zagaglia (Milan, 1966). The show gathers recent oil paintings in which the artist investigates the relationship between humans and nature, focusing on African wildlife and the role of light in shaping each subject's presence.

Zagaglia's painting moves away from merely documentary approaches: his work privileges an intimate encounter between viewer and animal portrait, restoring individuality and dignity to the depicted subjects. Color, texture and meticulous detail create a narrative that is both aesthetic and contemplative, encouraging reflection on biodiversity's importance.

Why visit

• To see contemporary figurative painting that blends technical skill with emotional engagement.
• To view recent works such as Lights and Shadow on the King (2025) and Evanescence The Biggest (2026).
• To learn about an artist recognized internationally for his series devoted to wildlife.

Practical information

• Dates: 17/05/2026 - 07/06/2026
• Venue: DAV – Department of Visual Arts, Soresina (CR)
• Address: Via Matteotti 2/4, 26015 Soresina (CR), Italy
• Opening hours: Saturday 16:00-19:00; Sunday 10:00-12:00 and 16:00-19:00; weekdays by appointment
• Admission: free
• Info and guided tours: [email protected] | +39 340 5419476

Location

The exhibition space is located at Via Giacomo Matteotti 4, 26015 Soresina (CR). The presentation is designed to promote direct engagement with the works and to stimulate thought on conservation and contemporary aesthetics.