Art Exhibitions

Current Exhibition: Metamorphosis of Desire | A Kafkaesque Journey

Launching on 31 December 2024, "Metamorphosis of Desire: A Kafkaesque Journey" by M.B. Dallocchio invites viewers into an evocative exploration of transformation and introspection, mirroring the profound themes found in Kafka's literary world. This online exhibition delves into the twisted and seductive depths of Kafka's universe, offering a hauntingly unique artistic interpretation that transcends mere reverence. With raw emotion and a soulful understanding of Kafka's literary legacy, M.B. Dallocchio weaves a collection that is at once hauntingly introspective and profoundly transformative. Drawing from a tapestry of deeply personal experiences, the viewer is taken on a visceral journey through the darkest corners of the human psyche. Each piece serves as a portal into a world where the boundaries between reality and dream blur, embodying the existential dilemmas and emotional intricacies that Kafka so masterfully explored.

The exhibition's atmosphere is a meticulously crafted web of shadows and light, enveloping viewers in an oppressive chiaroscuro that echoes the existential despair of Kafka's works. As visitors navigate this virtual gallery, they are drawn into a haunting and visceral experience, embarking on a personal journey through the darkest corners of their psyche. The artworks pulsate with raw emotion, beckoning viewers to confront the uncomfortable truths of identity, isolation, and the frailty of the human condition. Through Dallocchio's profound understanding of Kafka's themes infuses each artwork with a raw intensity, evoking an emotional depth that echoes the relentless and never-ending search for meaning. Each brushstroke is a battle cry, each line a haunting echo of the human struggle to find purpose amidst chaos.

"Metamorphosis of Desire: A Kafkaesque Journey" transcends traditional exhibition boundaries, offering a philosophical pilgrimage that captures the essence of Kafka's existential theatre. It is an invitation to explore the intersections of desire, transformation, and the enigmatic beauty of the unknown, all through the unique artistic lens of M.B. Dallocchio.

Current & Upcoming Exhibitions

  • Abandoned Places @ Stage Gallery | Zürich, Switzerland (9-19 January 2025)

  • Boundless Perspectives: A Global Celebration of Contemporary Art | Milan, Italy (19-22 January 2025)

Past Exhibitions & Events

  • A Cage in Search of a Bird | Milan, Italy (2024)

  • Lavoro Sull’Ombra | Florence (2023-2024)

  • Desert Dreams | Rimaggio, Tuscany (2023-2024)

  • Nocturnal Confessions | Florence (2022-2023)

  • In the Desert | Florence (2022)

  • Koffee with Kafka | London (2021-2022)

  • The Art of War: Transforming Trauma into Inspiration | Washington, DC (2021)

  • Warrior Writers 1st Annual Virtual Art Exhibition | New York (2021)

  • London Lighthouse Gallery | London (2021)

  • Fuetsan Famalao’an: A Journey Through Chamorro Matriarchy Virtual Exhibit | London (2021)

  • Global Women Veterans Exhibit @ The Beverly Hills Marriott | Beverly Hills (2019)

  • Decolonizing the Arts @ UCCS | Colorado Springs (2019)

  • "The Desert Warrior" Reading & Book Signing @ Janco Books | Las Vegas (2018)

  • No Borders: A Benefit Exhibition to Support the ACLU & IRAP @ Ground Floor Gallery | Brooklyn (2017)

  • Soldiers Period Panel Discussion @ Veterans Film Festival, SF Library | San Francisco (2016)

  • Lioness Screening @ Portland State University | Portland (2016)

  • Decolonizing the Prison and Military-Industrial Complex: A Client-Centered Approach @ Soros Justice Fellowship Conference | Phoenix (2016)

  • War Comes Home @ Cal Humanities | San Diego (2014)

  • WAR: A Night of Art, Poetry, Peace, and Healing: Creative works by war veterans and war refugees | San Diego (2014)

  • North Park Festival of Arts Exhibition | San Diego (2014)

  • Veteran Art Show @Swarthy’s | Pasadena (2014)

  • Encompassing Diversity Through Art @ AmeriCorps | San Diego (2014)

  • Made in America Trade Show @ The DoubleTree | Danvers, Massachusetts (2013)

  • Lioness Screening @ Hyatt Place | Las Vegas (2013)

  • The Art and Soul of Combat Veterans @ The Commonwealth Club | San Francisco (2013)

  • YELP 89XXXhibition @ Photo Bang Bang Gallery | Las Vegas (2013)

  • ART4NF Charity Art Auction @ The District | Henderson (2013)

  • MARVEL Exhibition @ The Act, Palazzo Hotel & Casino | Las Vegas (2013)

  • SHOUT! Art by Women Veterans @ San Francisco Women’s Building | San Francisco (2012)

  • Art auction to benefit Calpolli Teoxicalli | Tucson (2011)

  • Los Veteranos of Arizona Exhibit @ Xico Galeria | Chandler, Arizona (2011)

  • Los Veteranos de Arizona Gala @ Talking Stick Resort | Scottsdale, Arizona (2011)

  • Exhibition @ Solar Culture Gallery | Tucson (2011-2012)

  • Mirror Myself: A Self Portrait @ Industria Studios | Tucson (2011)

  • Los Veteranos de Arizona @ Xico Galeria | Chandler, Arizona (2010)

  • Lioness Screening @ Maysles Institute & Theater | New York (2010)

  • Quixote in Ramadi @ Smith College | Northampton, Massachusetts (2009)

  • Lioness Screening @ Cinema Paradiso | Fort Lauderdale (2009)