Restoration of the Former Church of San Barbaziano: history and rebirth of an architectural treasure

Tuesday February 25th, 2025 , Museums

Have you ever wondered what lies behind the walls of an abandoned church, forgotten by time and then brought back to life? The former Church of San Barbaziano in Bologna has finally reopened its doors thanks to a major restoration project, transforming itself from an urban ruin into a space with strong cultural significance. This recovery, on the occasion of ART CITY Bologna 2025, is not only an architectural intervention, but a journey into the history and memories of a place destined to be reborn.

Let us discover together the main stages of this restoration and the project that gives back a voice to a building symbol of transformation and resilience.

RESTORATION OF THE FORMER CHURCH OF SAN BARBAZIANO

Patrizio di Massimo’s works: introspection, performance and emotional portraits

Friday February 21st, 2025 , Contemporary Art, Artists and Works

Patrizio di Massimo does not simply paint: he builds parallel universes made of emotions, evolving identities and existential questions. His works are not born from life but take shape after meticulously organised photo shoots, where friends and acquaintances become actors in scenes charged with emotional tension.
Di Massimo digitally manipulates images, mixing several shots, changing the size of faces or elements of the scene, an approach that recalls the techniques of ancient portraiture.

THE WORKS OF PATRIZIO DI MASSIMO

How to choose artwork for your collection: tips from the experts

Thursday February 20th, 2025 , More than art

Creating an art collection is a path that combines passion, culture and investment, allowing collectors to build up a heritage of great value over time and with the right choices.

Many collectors, even starting with small budgets, have developed collections of works of art of historical and economic significance, achieving not only personal gratification and social recognition, but also a solid revaluation of the invested capital. However,the creation of a collection requires an in-depth knowledge of the market and the criteria for selecting works, elements that contribute to building a coherent collection of lasting value.

UNDERSTANDING THE ART MARKET AND INVESTMENT STRATEGIES

The Gypsotheca in Possagno: where Canova’s art comes to life

Wednesday February 19th, 2025 , Museums

A few years ago, while looking for an alternative to the classic ‘sofa and TV series’ weekend, I came across a place that promised wonders: the Antonio Canova Gypsotheca and Museum in Possagno.
I had never been there, I only had a vague idea of what to expect, but it left me speechless.

THE GYPSOTHECA IN POSSAGNO: A JOURNEY THROUGH PLASTERWORK, BEAUTY AND A TOUCH OF MAGIC

The Sonnabend Collection in Mantua: the new Temple of Contemporary Art

Monday February 17th, 2025 , Cities of Art, Museums

Roy Lichtenstein Little Aloha Sonnabend Collection

Have you ever wondered what happens when a city steeped in art decides to open its doors to contemporary art? This is exactly what happens in Mantua: an encounter between past and future that you absolutely cannot miss.
I am referring to the forthcoming opening of the museum dedicated to the Sonnabend Collection, a treasure trove of 20th century masterpieces that will find a home in the renovated Palazzo della Ragione in Mantua starting in the winter of 2025.

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