Meet Felice Tagliaferri: Sculptor. Visionary. Storyteller of the senses.

Felice Tagliaferri is an Italian sculptor who lost his sight in childhood and went on to build a

life—and career—defined by creativity, resilience, and passion. Since the late 1990s, he

has developed a personal artistic journey summed up in his motto: “Giving shape to dreams.”

His sculptures are not seen—they are felt. They are born in his imagination, shaped by his

hands, and perfected through his extraordinary tactile perception.

Felice works with a wide range of materials—clay, marble, wood, and stone—each treated

with unique techniques and sensitivity. From the force needed to shape marble to the

delicate intimacy of molding clay, he brings to life forms that speak to both touch and soul.

His art, while figurative in form, is often described as “social art”—a message and a mission woven into every piece. What to expect: A day that sculpts perception

Morning

The day begins in a quiet, welcoming space where guests will meet Felice Tagliaferri and

discover his incredible story. Through conversation and live demonstration, Felice will

reveal how he sculpts without sight and how each material carries its own life and emotion.

His words and work will invite you to question your own limits and reimagine what is

possible when one sense is lost and others rise to the challenge.

Afternoon

Now it’s your turn. Participants will work alongside Felice, engaging in a guided hands-on

sculpting session—no prior experience needed. You’ll close your eyes and create with

your hands, using touch as your only guide.

The experience will be immersive, emotional, and unforgettable. As you shape your own

creation, you’ll begin to understand how perception can transcend vision.

A journey through senses and self

This module is not about art alone. It’s about courage, transformation, and breaking down

the limits we think we have. You’ll leave not just with a sculpture—but with a deeper sense

of possibility, perception, and purpose.