Madonna recently had the opportunity to witness her eldest son, Rocco Ritchie, showcase his artistic talents at an art show in Milan, creating a memorable and proud moment for the iconic singer.
The 65-year-old star shared her experience with her 19 million Instagram followers, posting clips and photos from the unique event.
The exhibition, a collaborative effort between Rocco and the renowned Italian fashion photography duo Luigi and Iango, featured a live painting session. Rocco, 23, a budding artist with a growing reputation, took the stage alongside American model Lynley Eilers.
The setting was atmospheric, with candles and an orchestra adding to the ambiance.
In a striking moment, Lynley handed Rocco a cigarette before he started to paint her nude body, adorned only with a white base coat. Rocco's use of vibrant reds, yellows, and blues created a striking contrast against the model's form.
Reflecting on the evening, Madonna captioned her Instagram post: "A Magical Evening at The Palazzo Reale! The Exhibition of @luigiandiango was amazing. But to watch my son Rocco’s paint a model live @lynleyeilers was Truly a magical experience while musicians played Ravel’s 'Bolero' — A moment I will never forget! Bravo @roccoritchie.
© Dimitrios Kambouris“I am so proud of you and certainly the luckiest Mom in the world! Thank you to everyone who made it possible! Especially @luigiandiango @palazzorealemilano @dolcegabbana @abramovicinstitute."
Rocco, who co-founded his gallery called Maison Rhed, has developed a strong artistic identity, partly influenced by his upbringing in a home passionate about art and culture. In a conversation with Vogue Hong Kong, Rocco acknowledged the artistic influence of his parents, Madonna and filmmaker Guy Ritchie, despite neither being painters.
© Instagram"Their shared fascination eventually piqued my interest and since I can remember I've always been surrounded by it," he shared.
Despite past reports of a strained relationship due to Madonna and Guy Ritchie's custody battle over Rocco, it appears that they have moved past their differences, with Madonna expressing immense pride in her son's accomplishments.
© Pascal Le SegretainMadonna is currently touring Italy as part of The Celebration Tour, her twelfth tour, which is unique in that it revisits her classic hits rather than promoting a new album. The tour, a tribute to her four-decade-long career, commenced on October 14 in London and is scheduled to conclude on April 24 in Mexico City.
Earlier this year, Madonna faced a setback when she had to cancel some tour dates due to a bacterial infection that required intensive care treatment.
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