“I attended a private viewing of the exhibition space and was struck by how light interacts with the bas-reliefs. Standing before works that breathe is indescribable.

 

The art of Michela Fabeni stands out for its coherent and distinctive research, where matter becomes a structure of thought and depth acquires conceptual as well as physical value.

 

Her bas-reliefs do not merely occupy space; they redefine it through an active relationship between light, void, and surface. Depth is a foundational element of her language — not decorative, but narrative.

 

Each layer results from a conscious process of listening to the material, where the manual gesture retains memory and intention. Light acts as a revealing force, carving the forms and generating continuous perceptual variation, allowing the work to remain alive and in constant transformation.

Michela Fabeni’s works convey a measured emotional intensity, never overtly declared, emerging through subtle balances between strength and delicacy. The dialogue between fullness and emptiness creates a silent tension that draws the viewer into an intimate and profound experience. Meaning is never imposed, but left open to personal resonance.

Her artistic path exists outside predefined trends, maintaining a strong and consistent expressive identity. The coherence between vision, technique, and content gives her work an authenticity and maturity that enable a lasting dialogue with both the exhibition space and the observer. "

– Art curator, Dr R. Cosci

 

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"Michela Fabeni’s works convey deep emotions. I acquired a fragment of her living matter and every time I look at it, I feel a silent dialogue with my soul. 

 

I chose a work by Michela Fabeni because, from the very first glance, I understood that it was not simply a piece to hang on a wall, but something that truly lives. Its presence is discreet, yet unavoidable: it draws you in without demanding anything, and yet it gives you something deep every time you look at it.

What strikes me most is the way the work changes with light. It’s not a superficial transformation — it’s as if the light continuously reveals new layers, new densities, new emotions. Every time I look at it, my perception shifts, as if the work has a soul that reveals itself in small steps.

The material is rich, tangible, yet also delicate. You can feel the presence of the hands, the labor, the care. And yet there is nothing artificial about it: everything appears natural, as if it had always been there, waiting to be discovered. Depth is not just volume — it is presence. It is a body that occupies space without shouting.

And then there is the emotion: it is not immediate, but grows slowly, like a thought finding its way. Sometimes it brings me tranquility, other times a subtle tension, like a memory resurfacing. It is a work that invites you to stay, to slow down, to look carefully.

When I see it, I feel that art can still surprise. And that, in a world of fast images, there is something rare that asks you for time. It is a privilege to own a work like this — not only for its aesthetic value, but for its ability to make you feel alive. "

​– Art Enthusiast, G. Santonocito

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“The strength of matter, shaped by Fabeni’s hands, expresses what words cannot. A true exploration between form and feeling.”

– Art Critic, writer, journalist, Prince Alfio Borghese

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“Michela Fabeni makes palpable what is normally invisible: emotion, energy, memory. Her material art invites us to pause and truly feel.”

– Art Collector, Dr C. Novali

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“Being present at a solo exhibition by Michela Fabeni in a historic palace felt like walking through a tangible dream. Every bas-relief on canvas tells a story of light and shadow, and her Smussato technique makes it all incredibly alive. She conveys a deep sense of romanticism in her works, combined with genuine joy and a sincere love for life. A unique sensory experience.”

 – Art Enthusiast, M. Ciriaci

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When I first encountered a work by Michela Fabeni, I felt something I could not immediately explain. It was not simply visual attraction, but a quiet certainty — the sense of meeting a presence rather than selecting an object.

Since this work entered my home, the space itself has changed. Light does not merely illuminate it; it interacts with it, tracing its surfaces, carving shadows, revealing new depths throughout the day. The artwork evolves with time and atmosphere, offering a continuous dialogue between matter and light that never feels static.

The depth of the material conveys a restrained yet powerful energy. At close range, one perceives the gesture, the time embedded in the surface, the hands that shaped it. Nothing is flat, nothing incidental. Each relief holds a subtle tension — between vulnerability and strength, precision and surrender — creating a presence that is both physical and emotional.

The emotion carried by the work is never imposed. It is quiet, enduring, and deeply personal. At times it offers stillness and balance; at others, it resonates with more intimate reflections. The artwork does not demand attention, yet it consistently invites contemplation.
 

Living with a work by Michela Fabeni means engaging in an ongoing relationship with light, matter, and perception. It is not decorative. It is experiential. A presence that continues to unfold, day after day, becoming an integral part of one’s living space and inner landscape.

 – Art Enthusiast, M. Tomaselli​​

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​Those who have experienced the art of Michela Fabeni are welcome to share their impressions. Each testimony represents an authentic dialogue between the artwork and the observer, contributing to the emotional and sensory narrative of the bas-reliefs.

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