Reflections Through Time – A collective exhibition

Reflections Through Time — a collective exhibition by Inese Refalo, Zeltite Upeniece, and Francesca Puglisi

Reflections Through Time is a collective exhibition by three artists — Malta-based Inese Refalo, Latvia-based Zeltite Upeniece, and Sicily-based Francesca Puglisi, exploring how the passing of time shapes our memories, inviting visitors to pause and reconnect with the moments and relationships that often go unnoticed.

Rather than giving definitive answers, the exhibition embraces curiosity. Combining interactive elements with painting, printmaking and mixed media, the works invite us to stay a little longer, explore and reflect how time shapes the way we see the world around us.

While each artist brings with them their own distinct visual language, together they form a cohesive dialogue celebrating individuality through shared values.

The exhibition will be held at the Basement Vaults of the Malta Society of Arts, Valletta, from 9 to 23 October 2026. The opening event will take place on Friday, 9 October at 7:00 pm, offering visitors the opportunity to meet the artists and discover the ideas and creative processes behind the works.

Francesca Puglisi – Artist Biography 

Based in Palermo, Italy, Francesca Puglisi is a designer and textile artist. Following her graduation in Design in 2011, she explored different fields ranging from interior design and architecture to the realms of 3D modelling and 3D printing. Driven by a deep passion for nature and a true commitment to the environment, Francesca channelled these values in 2021 into tintabrada, her latest personal and professional project. As a natural dyer and textile designer, she investigates the potential of plant- and insect-based dyes to craft low-impact, eco-friendly pieces in both textiles and paper, each carrying a
deep connection to nature. Her favoured technique is eco printing, through which she creates unique artworks showcasing natural elements in a truly sustainable manner. Francesca’s diverse journey has exposed her to a wide range of realities and mediums, nurturing in her the art of perseverance. This has driven her to continuously learn new techniques and approaches, enriching her knowledge and skills on an ever-evolving path, always fuelled by a desire to connect with others and inspire them. Her guiding principle and personal motto is: ‘Knowledge is power, but unshared knowledge is a wasted resource’.

Francesca Puglisi (based in Sicily)
francescapuglisi86@gmail.com / M. +393 517341995
www.tintabrada.com
https://www.instagram.com/tintabrada/

Zeltīte Upeniece – Artist Biography

Zeltīte Upeniece is a Latvia-based multidisciplinary artist whose practice brings together art, tailoring, and astrology.

Her creative background includes fashion design and textile arts, mandala drawing, and watercolour studies. Her experience brings together craftsmanship and symbolic thinking, shaping a visual language that is both deeply personal and contemporary.

Watercolour is her primary medium: she is drawn to its balance between fluidity and precision, spontaneity and control. Inspired by nature and the subtle connections between the visible and the unseen, her work invites viewers to reflect and form their own interpretations.

For Zeltīte, art is more than visual expression – it is a way of understanding the world, asking questions, and creating meaningful connections through every piece. “What cannot be said can still be seen.”

Zeltīte Upeniece (based in Latvia)
zupeniece@gmail.com / M.+371 29296431
https://www.instagram.com/zeltiteupeniece/

Inese Refalo – Artist Biography

Originally from Latvia, Inese Refalo has been based in Malta for the past 15 years, where she has established an independent practice as both an artist and interior designer. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design. Main art mediums used are acrylic, lino printing and mixed media incorporating upcycled materials. She often uses upcycled elements and experimenting with different materials. Working primarily in abstraction while incorporating realistic imagery and animal motifs, her work is inspired by personal experiences, as well as her passion for design, travel, and the natural
world.

Driven by determination and a commitment to continuous growth, she is constantly seeking to expand her knowledge and refine her practice as both a designer and artist. She believes that the skills and insights she gains are most meaningful when shared, inspiring and supporting others in their own creative journeys. Each of her artworks is a carefully considered project, rooted in purpose and storytelling, while remaining open to personal interpretation, allowing viewers to discover connections that resonate with their own experiences.

Inese Refalo (based in Malta)
refaloinese@gmail.com / M. +356 79403434
https://www.instagram.com/ineserefalodesign/

9 October to 23 October, 2026

Basement Vaults of the Malta Society of Arts,
Palazzo de La Salle,
219, Republic Street,
Valletta

Free