Essència Pilates Brings “Healthy Living” into Focus at World Photography Day 2025 in Binissalem. This September, the picturesque town of Binissalem will become a cultural stage for creativity, health, and community reflection with the celebration of World Photography Day 2025. The event, set to open on September 11 and run until September 30, is organized by the Cultural Exchange Association of Mallorca and the Balearic Islands – a UNESCO member association and clubs, together with the Binissalem Town Hall and the online newspaper Thursday Daily Bulletin.
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The exhibition, inspired by the theme “Healthy Living”, will feature the participation of seven local centres devoted to mental and physical wellness. Each centre will contribute not only visual works but also their unique interpretation of what it means to live in balance, cultivating both body and mind.
For the organisers, the exhibition is more than a showcase of artistic talent; it is an invitation to the public to reflect on the meaning of health and the choices we make in daily life. Through the language of photography, the project highlights how creativity can become a powerful tool for expression, introspection, and awareness.
The Cultural Role of the Exhibition. Essència Pilates
Photography has always had the power to capture fleeting moments and turn them into lasting messages. In Binissalem, this year’s exhibition takes on a new dimension: using art not only to document but also to promote well-being as a cultural value. Visitors are encouraged to engage with images that evoke a sense of calm, vitality, and harmony, reflecting lifestyles that are grounded in respect for both the body and the environment.
By involving wellness centres, the organizers create a bridge between art and health. The show aims to remind us that “Healthy Living” is not an abstract concept but a reality built through everyday actions: breathing deeply, moving with awareness, resting properly, and maintaining mental clarity.
Essència Pilates: A Voice for Balance. Essència Pilates
Among the featured participants, Essència Pilates stands out for its strong commitment to guiding people on a path toward mindful movement and holistic health. The centre is directed by Estefanía Piñero, known to her community as Estefi. Her personal and professional story embodies the very essence of the exhibition’s theme.
Estefanía holds a Doctorate in Biology from the University of the Balearic Islands. Her journey into sport began early, at the age of eight, when she was diagnosed with double scoliosis. What might have been a lifelong limitation became instead the seed of transformation. Swimming helped her strengthen her body, while martial arts and fitness opened new doors to discipline and resilience.
By 2003, Estefanía had embarked on professional training in sports instruction. She worked in group classes and personalised programs, helping people of different ages and conditions to move better and feel stronger. For years, she combined this work with her career in scientific research.
A Conscious Change of Path
Over time, however, Estefanía felt a growing need to align her daily work with her deeper values. Although science fascinated her, she realised that her true passion was not in the laboratory but in direct contact with people, guiding them to discover the strength and balance within themselves.
That realisation marked a turning point. She chose to step away from research and dedicate herself fully to teaching and wellness. The decision required courage, but it allowed her to transform her professional life into a vocation: building Essència Pilates as a space where health is cultivated through respect, movement, and self-awareness.
From Personal Story to Collective Inspiration
For Estefanía, participating in the World Photography Day exhibition in Binissalem is both a privilege and a responsibility. Her message is simple yet powerful:
“Health is the true starting point for a fulfilling life. Everything else—our projects, relationships, and dreams—gains strength when we care for our bodies and minds.”
The photographs presented by Essència Pilates seek to capture this philosophy. They do not focus on aesthetic perfection but on authentic moments of presence: a deep breath, a controlled movement, a posture that symbolises harmony. The images highlight that living healthily is not about achieving ideals but about respecting oneself daily.
Seven Centres, One Message
Alongside Essència Pilates, six other wellness centres will participate, each contributing their own perspective on “Healthy Living.” From meditation practices to therapeutic approaches and physical training, the diversity of contributions demonstrates that there are many paths to balance—but they all converge on the same point: the recognition that well-being is both individual and collective.
The exhibition also emphasises the importance of community. By bringing together cultural institutions, local governments, media, artists, and wellness professionals, the initiative creates a platform for dialogue where art and health intersect.
What Visitors Can Expect
The Binissalem exhibition is designed to be more than a passive experience. Visitors will not only admire photographs but also have the chance to engage in discussions, reflect on their own habits, and connect with professionals. The event hopes to inspire people to ask themselves:
- What does “healthy living” mean to me?
- How do my daily actions contribute to or detract from my well-being?
- What simple steps can I take today to feel more balanced?
Essència Pilates: Looking Ahead
For Essència Pilates, this exhibition is just one chapter in a broader mission. The centre plans to expand its activities with workshops, collaborations with health professionals, and community events that blend culture and wellness.
Estefanía envisions her work not as confined within the walls of her studio, but as a ripple effect that extends into the wider community. She believes that when individuals prioritise health, entire societies become stronger and more resilient.
Conclusion
The World Photography Day 2025 Exhibition in Binissalem is not just an artistic event; it is a cultural milestone that underscores the intimate relationship between art, health, and community. Through the theme “Healthy Living,” it invites everyone—artists, students, residents, and visitors—to pause and reflect on the beauty of balance.
With participants like Essència Pilates and the leadership of Estefanía Piñero, the exhibition carries a message that resonates far beyond the gallery walls: caring for body and mind is the true foundation of a meaningful life.
As the doors open on September 11, Binissalem will not only celebrate photography but also shine a light on the essence of well-being—a light that, if we let it, can guide us toward a healthier, more conscious future.