Light Art – Marta Mannino Lighting Designer

Eliasson’s Magic: From Florentine Revelation to Valencian Vibrancy

by marta.mannino@me.comLight Art June 30, 2025July 21, 2025Comments are Disabled

My deep admiration for Olafur Eliasson’s work began with a truly unforgettable experience: his first monographic exhibition in Florence in November 2022. That initial encounter, set against the historic backdrop of the Renaissance city, was a revelation, transforming my understanding of light, perception, and the very essence of art. More recently, I was fortunate enough …

Honored and Humbled: Celebrating the LUCI Association 2024 Award!

by marta.mannino@me.comAward, Light Art, Lighting Design December 7, 2024July 21, 2025Comments are Disabled

As the festive glow of Lyon’s Fête des Lumières illuminated the city this past December, our team of “Lighting For Genoa” received an honor that shone just as brightly: the LUCI Association 2024 Award. Standing among the winners, I was filled with an overwhelming sense of pride and gratitude for what we achieved together. This …

Suggestions: DARK MATTER in Berlin

by marta.mannino@me.comLight Art, Lighting Design, Lighting Installation August 20, 2024July 21, 2025Comments are Disabled

When Light Shapes Emotions Berlin, a city always at the forefront of art and design, is currently hosting an exhibition that’s capturing the attention of critics and the public alike: “Dark Matter.” I had the pleasure to visit it some months ago. It’s not just a simple display, but a true sensory journey where light, …

An Alpine Odyssey of Light: James Turrell’s Skyspace in Austria

by marta.mannino@me.comLight Art, Lighting Design, Uncategorized January 27, 2024July 21, 2025Comments are Disabled

Stepping into a James Turrell Skyspace is always a profound experience, but encountering his installation in the Austrian Alps during a cold, snowy winter adds an unparalleled layer of magic. The journey itself, trudging through pristine snow to reach this secluded sanctuary, already sets a tone of anticipation and reverence. And once inside, the Skyspace …