about

South Manifesto is an artistic collective based in Naples, Italy, founded by Federico Avellaand Marco Basile. Originally focused on creative direction and styling, collaborating with brands and artists,the collective has evolved into a broader cultural platform.

Today, South Manifesto dedicates itself to projects that explore the narratives,contradictions, and identities of Southern Italy through the intersection of art, anthropology, and visual culture.Their mission is to tell new stories about the South, that move beyond stereotypes and nostalgia, merging art with in-depth research.Through its projects, South Manifesto fosters a dialogue between past and present,reframing Southern identity as something dynamic and contemporary, rather than static or folkloristic.