E ‘match the challenge for the first Competition “Cribs Artistic” dell’AOTC

With a simple ceremony but very suggestive Saturday afternoon kicked off the first contest of “Cribs Artistic” organized by Tour Operators of Castiglion Fiorentino. “Thank you for coming – said Lidia Castellucci President AOTC – This initiative, we are sure, will be the first of a long series. Our aim is to actively contribute to the social life of the country. Only by doing system between agencies, associations and civil society Castiglion Fiorentino become a country even more vital. ” In the opening day of the exhibition was visited by dozens of people. Many young people, perhaps curious to see how she was set up the gymnasium of their school, but also many families with their little children. Moreover, the curiosity was so great. And artists and hobbyists who participated in the competition were really indulged. As Andrea Roggi that summed up the nativity in an olive tree, truly amazing. But there are also those who, like Sara Rapini, adopted the technique of riclico. A crib made with corks. Equally surprising. And then there are the cribs that follow classical iconography. And also in this case were able to impress all present. There is a crib Alberto Bruni made entirely with stone, is one of the Neapolitan tradition, there are those derived from tree trunks and those built with plaster and moss. So there is something for all tastes. Saturday was also the day of the “Premio Castiglione” The work of artist Lucio Minigrilli. It was shown for the first time and you can see it throughout the event. On 6 January, then, to 16.30 directly from the hands of the master Enzo Scatragli, archpriest of the Collegiate Church of the Cultural and Colcelli Marcello Guido Albucci will be awarded to the winners of the two categories. Admission is free and the exhibition will be open on 26, 29 and December 30, January 5 and 6 from 10 to 12 and from 16 to 18.30. And the game, then, is the challenge of the most beautiful crib … may the best win!