ABOUT US
Varsi Art & Lab is a vibrant hub in Rome that fosters cultural exchange and artistic exploration.
Varsi recently celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2023, where it continued to promote contemporary art practices with a strong emphasis on community engagement through workshops, open studios, and event. Founded by Massimo Scrocca in 2013 as an art gallery (Galleria Varsi) in the historic center of Rome, Varsi aimed to explore expressions related to the Urban and Contemporary Art movement. It created both collective and personal exhibitions, promoting the work of artists on national and international territory. From 2013 to 2019, Varsi held over 50 exhibitions with the most important artists linked to this scene. Thanks to a collaboration with the co-working company Ala/34, Varsi transformed in 2019 and became Varsi Art&Lab. This laboratory now serves as a hub for generating dialogue between various sectors and arts. Its ultimate goal is to contribute to the development of a constantly evolving cultural fabric by connecting contemporary ideas and interdisciplinary approaches. Today, Varsi Art&Lab hosts also residencies for Italian and international artists, allowing them to work with artisans who are the backbone of Varsi’s productions: 56Fili (screen printing studio), She.Lab (creative bookbinding studio), and Base/34 (product design studio). These artisans work alongside artists, mixing themes, techniques, skills, and artistic visions. Varsi provides a platform for experimenting with different mediums and styles, pushing the boundaries of traditional art forms.
Staff
Founders & Associates:
Art Director & Founder: Massimo Scrocca
Co-Founders: Tommaso Salini, Matteo Salini
Sales & Project Manager: Silvia Curtilli
Sound designer: Roberto Vitale (Bob Tha Funk)
Graphic & Editorial Design, Book Binding: Paola Pompili (She.Lab)
Screenprint: Arturo Amitrano (56 Fili), Pietro Pasanisi, Michele Palangio
Photo & Video Production: Ilaria Gasbarri, Ornella Mercier