Infiorata by Memory Press

Maria Pisano: "The Infiorata is a spiritual, sharing, healing, devotional community based celebration and cultural event, all rolled into one. The next day, all is washed and cleaned away - nothing remains. This practice is very much like the Tibetan Buddhist mandalas and Native American sand paintings. It is a sharing and giving freely of one's gifts. The Infiorata for me symbolizes and exemplifies the virtue, appreciation and beauty of living life to its fullest, alongside the manifestation of its preciousness. 2020, the yar of COVID 19, when we were all separated from loved ones and friends, showed us that we as humans are not meant for isolation.
"This carousel book celebrates the vaccines, science, and the indomitable spirit of community. Created with photos taken by the artist in Bolsena and Spello, Italy. The book's second layer showcases the many hands - young to old - that make this event possible.”