Elmas, July 3, 2026. Art, emotion, and commitment to the environment find a home at the Fass Shopping Centre , where MANIMALI , the celebrated exhibition by Guido Daniele , an artist internationally renowned for his striking hand-painted works, opened. Until July 31, the shopping centre is hosting, for the first time in Sardinia, an exhibition capable of combining spectacle and reflection, transforming every visit into an engaging experience for adults and children alike.
The inauguration, held on July 3rd, featured Guido Daniele himself, who performed an evocative live performance in which he created one of his iconic works by painting directly on the hands of models chosen from among the center's visitors. Another performance is scheduled for the afternoon. These moments allow the public to witness firsthand the creation of the images that have made the artist famous worldwide.
" I'm particularly pleased that MANIMALI is finally coming to Sardinia, a land I know and love deeply ," says Guido Daniele. " It's even more meaningful to do so in a place like Fass Shopping Centre, which demonstrates a conscious vision of its role in the region and the community. I'm thrilled to know that, at the end of the exhibition, the photographs will be donated to a children's center: a way to leave a little of the color, imagination, and wonder these works seek to convey. "
His works, born from the intersection of body painting, photography, and optical illusion, transform the human hand into animals with extraordinary precision and realism. Behind the scenographic effect, however, lies a precise message: to draw attention to the fragility of ecosystems and the relationship between humanity and nature, inviting everyone to take an active role in their protection.
The exhibition's arrival also represents an important cultural opportunity for the area. The Elmas municipal administration enthusiastically welcomed the initiative, recognizing not only its artistic but also its social value. " We are delighted to welcome an initiative that enriches our area's cultural offerings and contributes to strengthening the bond between art, community, and environmental awareness. "
The project is part of a broader vision, shared by the center's owners, which sees culture as a tool for growth and social responsibility. " We choose to support projects capable of generating a positive impact ," emphasizes Stefano De Pascale , Owner of Fass Shopping Center – Villa del Mas. " Welcoming MANIMALI stems from the belief that it is our responsibility to contribute to the well-being of society and the planet. "
This philosophy also guides the management of the shopping center, which is increasingly focused on transforming spaces into meeting and participatory spaces. " We confirm Fass Shopping Center's desire to be a multifunctional living space, capable of transcending retail to become a place for meeting, culture, and participation ," explains Nadia Mombelli , Director of Fass Shopping Center.
MANIMALI 's international success testifies to the project's strength. The exhibition has already toured over fifty cities worldwide and been hosted in iconic locations such as the Rockefeller Center in New York and Harrods in London, becoming one of the most photographed exhibitions in Europe. It's no coincidence that WWF Switzerland also chose these works for a landmark awareness campaign, recognizing Guido Daniele's extraordinary ability to communicate respect for nature through art, encapsulated in the message: " I defend nature with art ," translated into the famous invitation " Let's lend a hand to animals ."
