From 15 February to 9 June 2025 | Kunsthal Rotterdam will soon host The Adventures of Guille and Belinda, a photographic exhibition by Alessandra Sanguinetti. Capturing two decades of life in rural Argentina, this evocative collection offers an intimate glimpse into the complexities of growing up.
Documenting dreams and realities
Kunsthal Rotterdam will feature the work of Alessandra Sanguinetti, a renowned Magnum photographer known for her deeply personal and evocative storytelling through photography. The exhibition, The Adventures of Guille and Belinda, explores the evolving relationship between Guillermina Aranciaga and Belinda Stutz, cousins living on a ranch near Buenos Aires.
Sanguinetti first encountered the girls in 1999 during a chance visit to the rural region. What began as a brief photographic session blossomed into a lifelong project, tracing the dreams, realities, and complexities of their lives over the years. Through her lens, Sanguinetti captures moments of innocence, joy, and hardship, creating a poetic and multi-layered portrayal of their world.
A journey through nearly 50 photographs
The exhibition brings together almost fifty of Sanguinetti’s photographs, each reflecting the girls' transition from childhood to adulthood. Her work juxtaposes moments of playful imagination with the stark realities of rural life, highlighting themes of growth, identity, and resilience. The visual narrative is filled with metaphor and storytelling, drawing viewers into a world that is both deeply personal and universally relatable.
Sanguinetti’s photography is characterised by its attention to detail and an ability to capture emotion, elevating everyday moments into poignant works of art. The photographs in this series combine staged and candid imagery, showing the girls' interactions with their environment and each other while also exploring their inner lives.
Alessandra Sanguinetti’s legacy
Born in New York in 1968, Alessandra Sanguinetti is a celebrated member of Magnum Photos, a collective of some of the world's most influential photographers. Her work often examines themes of childhood, family, and the passage of time, and her approach blends realism with an almost dreamlike quality. Her portfolio includes numerous critically acclaimed series, but The Adventures of Guille and Belinda remains one of her most iconic and enduring projects.
The series has not only gained widespread recognition for its artistic merit but also serves as an important document of life in rural Argentina, a region often overlooked in global narratives. Sanguinetti's long-term commitment to this project underscores the power of photography to tell deeply human stories.
A must-see at Kunsthal Rotterdam
Located in the Museumpark, Kunsthal Rotterdam is known for hosting diverse and thought-provoking exhibitions. This presentation of The Adventures of Guille and Belinda promises to be a highlight of its 2025 programme, offering visitors a chance to engage with photography that challenges and inspires.
Art lovers and photography enthusiasts in Rotterdam will have the unique opportunity to experience this moving collection, showcasing the transformative power of storytelling through imagery.
Visiting Kunsthal Rotterdam
The exhibition will be displayed in Hall 4 of Kunsthal Rotterdam, which is easily accessible within the city’s Museumpark. The area is a hub for culture and art, surrounded by other landmarks such as the Boijmans Van Beuningen and Het Nieuwe Instituut.
For those travelling by public transport, the Kunsthal is a short walk from the Eendrachtsplein metro station. Visitors arriving by car can find parking at Museumpark Garage nearby.
