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“wildpalms’ main territory of inquiry and research is Latin America. A cultural, social and artistic context apparently at antipodes to the German one of Düsseld- orf, but one that leaves open many possibilities for margins of contact and comparisons. The constant exchange of knowledge and aesthetics involved in working with Latin American artists is a fundamen- tal stimulus for the founders, who relate to them by seeking confrontation, avoiding instead a purely Eu- rocentric approach, still conditioned by colonialist structures and the concept of exoticism. Jorge and Alexandra are committed to establishing a relationship with each artist that develops on multiple levels, from intellectual and human confrontation to the commercial relationship that is essential for the dissemination and promotion of the artworks.”

“This unique and authentic relationship with the Sicilian territory is established through two parallel paths that are expressed by Jorge in this way: “The first process is the Alexandra’s retreats, which are conceived to allow people to recognize the cultural richness of Sicily: in its wine, in its gastronomy, in its arts. At the same time we want to produce a positive social impact in the region of Menfi, together with Vito Planeta. On the other hand, our goal is to establish in Sicily a winter school, where we can exchange knowledge and experiences, accompanied by colleagues and friends.”