20 years old

Mantova

 

How has your everyday-life changed? What do you do to fulfill your day?

The main change I have experienced is the lack of social interaction, since the only people I see now are my parents. On the other hand, the core activities that I carry out during the day haven’t changed much as studying is still my main occupation. This is both blessing and a curse because on one hand I am grateful I have something that fills up my day but also, I sometimes feel like I lack the appropriate concentration and motivation.

 

Your work is built on creativity. While we’re all in quarantine, what is your solution to keep on being creative? Where do you find your inspiration in this moment?

I believe creativity knows no limit. When looking for inspiration I read blogs, Man Repeller and Passerbuys being my all-time favorites. I also read art magazines and listen to many talks which have become more accessible in these circumstances. In addition to that, I try to find inspiration in new places, listening to different kinds of playlists and watching movies recommended by friends: in a way I let myself be unconditionally transported in the quest for new interesting material.

 

What is your biggest fear right now?

If I were to voice my biggest fear at the moment it would be the fear of change, that is, the fear that the life we will go back to eventually won’t be the same and that and adjusting to major changes will be hard. What helps me cope with this is knowing that the country as a whole will be dealing with this issue and everyone will be sharing the same emotions.

 

What will you do once all of this is over?

Since I have been trying to live in the present as much as possible, I haven’t really made any plans for life after quarantine. Thinking about it, I will definitely enjoy a walk in the countryside with some friends of mine, play tennis and enjoy the feeling of clay court, have aperitivos on the weekend, play long Scrabble sessions. Needless to say, I will express my gratitude for being able to do what I can’t do know which I had been taking for granted until this emergency broke out.