Alex Righetto to Take Part in Art & Luxury Monaco 2026
Italian artist Alex Righetto will take part in Art & Luxury Monaco 2026, a curated international event bringing together artists, collectors, luxury maisons and cultural leaders in Monte-Carlo during the week of the Monaco Yacht Show.
The luxury setting
The Monaco Yacht Show is one of Europe’s most prestigious luxury events, attracting an international audience to Monte-Carlo and bringing together some of the world’s most renowned yacht builders and leading names in the luxury industry.
It is therefore an exceptional moment to reach a highly exclusive international audience, with a significant concentration of high-net-worth individuals, collectors, and luxury clientele in Monte-Carlo during this period.
It is within this exceptional context that Art & Luxury Fair takes its place. The 2026 Monaco edition will be held under the prestigious High Patronage of H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco, further underscoring the event’s international standing and its connection to the world of art, culture, and luxury.
Art and Luxury fair
Welcome to the Art and Luxury Fair, The Home of Art, Craftsmanship & Luxury
Taking place on September 24 and 25, 2026, at the Théâtre Princesse Grace, the event is designed as more than a traditional art fair. Its concept places the creative process at the center of the experience, offering collectors and guests the opportunity to meet artists, discover their work and engage with the stories and craftsmanship behind each piece.
A glimpse into previous editions of the event
Art & Luxury Monaco 2026 will feature a deliberately curated selection of artists and cultural partners, with participation limited to fourteen artists. The programme includes live demonstrations, artist presentations, private meetings with collectors, press and media activities, and a private launch cocktail.
H.S.H. Albert II, Prince of Monaco
The 2026 edition is being held under the high patronage of H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco, with H.R.H. Princess Margarita de Bourbon de Parme serving as Honorary Creative Contributor.
For Righetto, the event represents an opportunity to present his work within an international environment where contemporary art meets the worlds of collecting, craftsmanship, heritage and luxury.
Alex is no stranger to this kind of prestigious setting. His artistic journey has already brought him to exclusive events in Miami, alongside supercars and megayachts, as well as to distinguished exhibitions attended by members of the Royal Family, including the historic Windsor Castle in the United Kingdom.
Art & Luxury Monaco 2026
September 24–25, 2026
Théâtre Princesse Grace
12 Avenue d’Ostende, Monte-Carlo, Monaco
As part of his international programme, Alex Righetto will be in Monte-Carlo for this exclusive two-day gathering of artists, collectors and cultural partners.
More information about Alex Righetto’s participation and the works presented will be announced soon.
A special note of gratitude goes to the Tota Pulchra Association, a Vatican-based cultural association representing the artist, for its support and valuable contribution to this international event.
Artists do not often donate their artwork directly to charitable causes. The art industry already places significant demands on artists, making the decision to give away an original work a meaningful one. More commonly, collectors purchase an artwork and the artist contributes a portion of the proceeds to charity.
Alex has supported charitable causes in this way before, including the Art Against Human Trafficking initiative he organized during Art Basel Miami in December, raising funds to support the fight against human trafficking.
In this case, however, Alex made a more direct contribution by donating an original artwork to be auctioned, with the proceeds supporting the restoration of important Italian historical artifacts.
The event, held near Rome, aims to raise funds for the restoration of the costume of Charles II of Anjou and the creation of the costume of Pope Nicholas IV, commemorating the coronation ceremony held at Rieti Cathedral in 1289. Organized in collaboration with Lions International, the event is held under the patronage of the Italian Ministry of Culture and the Lazio Region. Attracting approximately 500,000 visitors each year, it represents a major cultural event of national significance.
The donated artwork is an oil on panel from the Perfectly Imperfect collection, which deals with the composition of faces and bodies in abstract spaces. This expressionist portrait explores the composition of faces and bodies within abstract spaces, creating surreal forms and figures.
The event will take place in Rieti, Italy, from August 28 to September 6. Due to prior professional commitments, Alex will unfortunately be unable to attend in person.
A special thank you to Gianni Turrina for organizing the artistic program and promoting the event.
Honored by the Mayor of Miami-Dade
The event, held at the Miami Woman’s Club, brought together art, philanthropy, and social engagement, using the power of art to raise awareness of one of the most pressing humanitarian issues facing society today.
Thanks to Gladys Margarita Diaz, founder of Coral Rock Village in Coral Gables, along with Ray Jordan and Reinaldo Valdés, for their efforts in securing the Miami-Dade County Recognition Appreciation Certificate, presented on behalf of Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, Mayor of Miami-Dade County, by Jason T. Smith, Director of Equity and Engagement.
The recognition highlights the importance of this special Art Against Human Trafficking event, an initiative driven by the vision, artistry, and commitment of international artist Alex Righetto, in collaboration with Paul Hutchinson and Stacy Francis, international artist and director of the nonprofit Stacy Francis Music, Arts and Education Foundation.
The event brought together art, philanthropy, and social responsibility to raise awareness of human trafficking and support efforts to combat this critical humanitarian issue.
During Art Basel Miami, a city known for innovation, celebration, and the convergence of art, culture, and philanthropy, an exhibition addressing such a profound and urgent issue was bound to stand out and leave a lasting impression.
This is also what made the presence of Paul Hutchinson, producer and one of the producers of the film Sound of Freedom, particularly significant. His involvement brought an additional level of visibility and credibility to an event centered on raising awareness about human trafficking and using the power of art to address one of the most serious humanitarian issues of our time.
Why is this issue so important in the United States, and why did Alex Righetto decide to dedicate an entire exhibition to it?
The reason is deeply connected to Alex’s longstanding interest in technology and, in particular, in the social impact that new technologies can have on younger generations.
The rapid evolution of social media and artificial intelligence has created an increasingly complex digital environment, where identities can be fabricated, people can easily impersonate others, and individuals with malicious intentions can reach young people with unprecedented ease.
These technologies have opened new avenues for manipulation, grooming, and exploitation, creating a dangerous grey area between the digital and physical worlds.
For Alex, this is precisely where art can play a role: not simply by documenting a problem, but by forcing people to look at an issue that is often hidden from view.
During the evening, individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the fight against human trafficking were also recognized for their direct commitment to the cause. Personal stories were shared, including accounts of people who had been rescued from extreme situations of exploitation and trafficking.
These are not stories belonging to the past. They are happening today.
Human trafficking remains a present and evolving reality, and the digital transformation of society has created new challenges rather than making the problem disappear. In recent years, the ways in which traffickers can identify, approach, manipulate, and exploit vulnerable people have become increasingly sophisticated.
That is why the exhibition was not simply an art event. It was a statement about the present and a reminder that awareness, vigilance, and collective action are urgently needed now.
Another body of Alex Righetto’s work that explores the impact of technology on society and younger generations is Romeo & Juliet: The Metamorphosis. For this particular event, however, Alex presented a different body of work, the Radiance Collection.
Radiance focuses on the beauty, strength, and energy of the feminine. Through the collection, Alex seeks to celebrate the female presence and highlight a form of power that is often underestimated, overlooked, or even suppressed in society.
The contrast is intentional. While Romeo & Juliet: The Metamorphosis examines how technology and digital communication can affect human relationships and contribute to isolation and disconnection, particularly among younger generations, Radiance turns the focus toward something more elemental: the value, resilience, and extraordinary energy of the feminine.
Presented in the context of an event addressing one of the most serious forms of exploitation affecting women and young people, the collection acquired an additional layer of meaning. The artworks became not only an expression of beauty, but also a celebration of dignity, identity, and the strength of the human spirit.
A very special thank you to the Stacy Francis Music, Arts and Education Foundation for fully funding the event and supporting its preparation and execution. The Foundation was the sole financial contributor to the event, covering the costs associated with bringing this important initiative to life.
Collaboration with Paul Hutchinson
During Art Basel Miami, artist Alex Righetto brought together art, philanthropy, and social responsibility through a collaboration with Paul Hutchinson, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and founder of the Child Liberation Foundation, an organization dedicated to combating child trafficking and exploitation.
Hutchinson is also widely known as the Executive Producer of Sound of Freedom, the film that brought the issue of child trafficking to the attention of an international audience. According to his official biography, Hutchinson has worked as an undercover operator and has participated in more than 70 rescue missions across 15 countries. His work has focused on confronting human trafficking and helping vulnerable children escape situations of exploitation.
During the event, Hutchinson shared his personal experience with the guests, offering insight into the realities of human trafficking and the challenges involved in combating a crime that often remains hidden from public view. His testimony transformed the evening into an opportunity for awareness and dialogue, connecting the world of art with one of the most urgent humanitarian issues of our time.
The collaboration took place as part of Art Against Human Trafficking, an event held during Miami Art Week at the Miami Woman’s Club. Righetto presented his artistic research and the Radiance Collection, using the language of art to explore themes of feminine energy, dignity, vulnerability, and human value.
Fundraising was an important part of the initiative. Funds raised during the event were directed toward supporting efforts dedicated to protecting vulnerable individuals and combating human trafficking and exploitation. A portion of the proceeds associated with the Radiance Collection was also designated to support the Child Liberation Foundation and its work.
The foundation’s activities extend beyond rescue operations, encompassing prevention, education, victim support, rehabilitation, and programs designed to help survivors rebuild their lives. Through these efforts, the goal is not only to respond to exploitation after it occurs, but also to address the conditions that allow trafficking to continue.
For Righetto, the collaboration represents a natural extension of the message behind the Radiance Collection.
To celebrate the dignity, strength, and inherent value of women also means taking a stand against violence, exploitation, and every circumstance in which a human being is reduced to an object.
Supercars & Mega Yachts
Alex Righetto in Miami: A Live Experience of Art, Supercars and Mega Yachts
Artist Alex Righetto was invited to a spectacular event in Miami, where owners of supercars and mega yachts gathered for an exclusive day following a stunning parade through the streets of the city.
During the event, Righetto transformed some of the extraordinary cars on display into true works of art, painting them live and creating a unique and immersive artistic experience.
A remarkable encounter between art, luxury, design, and performance, where Righetto’s art stepped beyond the traditional gallery setting and entered directly into the world of supercars and international lifestyle.
Exclusive Showcase on a Private Yacht
This year, for Art Basel Miami, Alex organized a private event in a truly original setting: aboard a private mega yacht, with guests and attendees exclusively by invitation.
The event unfolded over two evenings, each welcoming a different group of guests. The opening evening was reserved for VIP guests, while the second evening welcomed a broader invited audience.
During the second evening, the yacht embarked on a special cruise toward the Aston Martin Residences before returning to the marina.
For the occasion, an extraordinary selection of artworks was brought on board, including Mona Lisa’s Daughter and two additional paintings from the Radiance collection.
The combination of contemporary art, a private yacht setting, and the Miami skyline created a distinctive and immersive experience for the guests.
Royal Palace Museum of Innsbruck
Two works from the Perfectly Imperfect collection are currently on display at the prestigious Imperial Palace of Innsbruck (Hofburg), in the heart of Austria’s elegant historic center, one of the country’s most important landmarks and former residences of the Habsburg imperial family.
The following images capture moments from the opening of the exhibition and its vernissage, which took place in November. Despite the cold weather, many guests attended the event, coming together to celebrate the opening and experience the works on display.
Nestled among the breathtaking peaks of the Austrian Alps, Innsbruck is a city where history, culture, and elegance meet. Its beautifully preserved historic center reflects centuries of imperial heritage, making it one of Austria’s most fascinating cultural destinations.
The Imperial Palace of Innsbruck, known as the Hofburg, stands as one of Austria’s most important symbols of imperial history and cultural heritage. For centuries, it served as a residence of the Habsburg dynasty and remains an extraordinary architectural landmark within the historic heart of the city.
We truly fell in love with Innsbruck and its extraordinary atmosphere, where imperial history meets the dramatic beauty of the surrounding mountains. Beyond the exhibition itself, spending time in the city allowed us to experience its culture and personality more deeply.
