Four days of creativity at Palazzo Sani: new artists, unique handmade works and two special editions of “Artists at Work”

From 30 May to 2 June, the Meraki Market returns with an extraordinary four-day event in the heart of Lucca’s historic centre. From 10 am to 8 pm, the splendid setting of Palazzo Sani, at Via Fillungo 121, will host selected artists and creatives, unique handmade works and many exciting new features for visitors, collectors and curious passers-by alike.

As usual, the market exhibition will take place in the charming Loggia and garden on the ground floor, as well as in the magnificent Reception Hall on the first floor. This edition promises to be especially rich thanks to the presence of new artists and creatives, bringing fresh perspectives, techniques and artistic languages to the exhibition.

Painting and illustration, ceramics, jewellery created with a variety of techniques, wood and leather works, creative sewing, nunofelt, artistic recycling, Japanese papier-mâché and much more: every work tells a story of research, passion and attention to detail.

The common thread remains the meaning of the modern Greek word meraki: to put a part of oneself into what one creates, working with passion, care and soul. A concept shared by every artist taking part and reflected in the uniqueness and quality of the works on display.

The popular “Artists at Work” programme also returns, offering visitors the opportunity to observe the creative process up close, interact with the artists and discover techniques, curiosities and the small secrets behind their work.

The featured artist for this edition of “Artists at Work” will be Mila Milintchuk, an artist of Belarusian origin who has been living in Italy for more than twenty years.

A self-taught artist and passionate experimenter, Mila has developed her own distinctive technique using wool as an artistic medium. Through the patient processes of carding and felting, she creates artworks rich in colour, light and subtle nuances, transforming natural fibres into striking and evocative images.

Throughout the two-day event, visitors will be able to watch her at work and discover every stage of her creative process, following the birth of artworks that combine artistic sensitivity, technical research and remarkable attention to detail.

“Artists at Work” is a special space designed to foster a connection between artist and visitor: an opportunity to pause, observe, ask questions and be inspired by the creative process unfolding before their eyes. The project was created to celebrate handmade creativity, preserve traditional knowledge and techniques, and share their continuing evolution in the present day.

Two days dedicated to creativity, passion and the beauty of handmade works in the heart of Lucca.