Armando tells us how the designs he is fascinated by come to be. It all has to do with billboards, and how they are marked up, torn, and over time, oxidized. The oxidation process is fascinating.

Armando begins describing the structure of his book, and talks about how he envisions a kind of journey, beginning in the far reaches of the universe, down to the tiny details of a flower.

In this segment, describing chapters 3 - 6, we can imagine storms, volcanoes, oceans, and mountains in Armando's photographs.

In chapter. 7, Armando describes how, to him, his images represent vegetation, woodlands, trees, and flowers.

Not only are Armando's photographs reminiscent of the universe and nature — they also recall other works of art from history.

Armando talks about how the works of Duchamp influenced his work and that of so many contemporary artists. The choice of a unique exhibition hall played a part, as well.

Season's greetings from Yabla Italian. A personal message from the faces and voices you know so well.

Christmas greetings from Italy by way of a Christmas poem by Alda Merini.

Holiday greetings from Yabla Italian.

Holiday wishes from the Yabla Italian team.

Holiday greetings for 2021 from the Yabla Italian team.

As we approach the end-of-the-year holidays, the staff of Yabla Italian makes a toast to all its students and followers who are, each in his or her own way, on the road to becoming fluent.

This year's holiday greetings from the Yabla Italian team include a short poem by Gianni Rodari. He asks a soothsayer to see into the future. Let's see what the soothsayer says! Heartfelt thanks to all who are honing their Italian skills with Yabla.

A representation of the Yabla Italian team wants to surprise Yabla friends with many good wishes and nice messages. Thank you for being with us this year too! Happy Holidays!

A message of good wishes from the Yabla Italian team to thank those who follow us and to wish you happy holidays, serenity and a 2026 full of light and new opportunities to learn Italian.