Vedere il mondo con gli occhi dei ventenni. Alle Gallerie d’Italia di Torino le foto degli studenti IED raccontano le urgenze del nostro tempo
The Gallerie d’Italia in Turin is hosting "The Searchlights," a public portfolio review and exhibition featuring the work of 18 photography students from the Istituto Europeo di Design (IED). Part of the EXPOSED Torino Photo Festival, the event showcases photographic projects that tackle urgent contemporary issues including the climate crisis, mental health, and digital memory. Each student presents their work in custom-designed boxes on communal tables, facilitating direct dialogue between the young artists and the public.
This initiative represents the second chapter of a three-year collaboration between IED and Intesa Sanpaolo, aimed at elevating the perspectives of the next generation of visual storytellers. By positioning photography as a political act and a tool for social awareness, the project moves beyond generational stereotypes to address complex socio-political realities. The format emphasizes the importance of mentorship and professional exchange, connecting emerging talent with established curators, gallerists, and journalists in a collaborative environment.