{"id":7540,"date":"2026-01-15T10:45:15","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T09:45:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hotelrelaisbellaria.com\/jeff-wall-in-bologna-a-guide-to-the-exhibition-living-working-surviving-at-fondazione-mast\/"},"modified":"2026-01-15T10:45:15","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T09:45:15","slug":"jeff-wall-in-bologna-a-guide-to-the-exhibition-living-working-surviving-at-fondazione-mast","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hotelrelaisbellaria.com\/en\/jeff-wall-in-bologna-a-guide-to-the-exhibition-living-working-surviving-at-fondazione-mast\/","title":{"rendered":"Jeff Wall in Bologna: a guide to the exhibition \u201cLiving, Working, Surviving\u201d at Fondazione MAST"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"backtotop\"><\/div><p align=\"LEFT\">If you\u2019re planning a visit to <strong>Bologna in the early months of 2026<\/strong>, there\u2019s a cultural event you absolutely shouldn\u2019t miss. The city\u2014already famous for its UNESCO-listed porticoes and outstanding food scene\u2014once again proves itself to be a vibrant hub of international photography thanks to <strong>Fondazione MAST<\/strong>.<br \/>\n<strong>Until March 8<\/strong>, 2026, Bologna hosts \u201c<em>Living, Working, Surviving<\/em>,\u201d the highly anticipated exhibition dedicated to <strong>Jeff Wall<\/strong>, one of the masters who has redefined the very concept of contemporary photography.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"western\">Why visit the Jeff Wall exhibition in Bologna<\/h2>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">Curated by Urs Stahel and an integral part of the 7th edition of <strong>Foto\/Industria<\/strong> (the Biennial of Industrial and Work Photography), the exhibition presents 28 monumental works created between 1980 and 2021.<br \/>\nJeff Wall is not simply a photographer\u2014he is a director of the still image. His works, ranging from his iconic <strong>lightboxes <\/strong>(illuminated panels inspired by urban advertising) to large-scale prints, blend meticulous photographic detail with the aesthetics of classical painting and cinema. <\/p>\n<h3 class=\"western\">What to expect from the exhibition at MAST<\/h3>\n<p>The central theme is humanity in everyday life. As you move through the exhibition, you will encounter: <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Constructed scenes<\/strong>: images that look like candid snapshots but are in fact complex, carefully staged cinematic sets.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Social analysis<\/strong>: a profound investigation into labor, suburban landscapes, and economic contrasts in the Western world.<\/li>\n<li><strong>An immersive experience<\/strong>: the glow of the lightboxes transforms the exhibition space into a unique sensory environment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"western\">Planning your weekend in Bologna: our tip<\/h2>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">To help you make the most of this experience, we\u2019ve put together an itinerary just for you.<br \/>\n<em>For a perfect art-focused weekend in Bologna, dedicate your first day to Fondazione MAST (in the Santa Viola area). In the afternoon, visit MAMbo (the Museum of Modern Art of Bologna). On the second day, explore the porticoes of the historic center and the Morandi Museum.<br \/>For your stay, the ideal choice is <strong>Relais Bellaria Hotel &amp; Congressi<\/strong>: strategically located, it offers modern design, spacious green areas, and the peace and quiet you need after a full day in the city\u2014while avoiding the traffic of the historic center.   <\/em><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"western\">Practical information<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p align=\"LEFT\"><strong>Dates<\/strong>: November 7, 2025 \u2013 March 8, 2026<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p align=\"LEFT\"><strong>Venue<\/strong>: Fondazione MAST, Via Speranza 42, Bologna<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p align=\"LEFT\"><strong>Side events<\/strong>: the exhibition is enriched by talks, workshops, and film screenings.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"western\">Where to stay in Bologna for the Jeff Wall exhibition<b><\/b><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a hotel that reflects the modern aesthetic and attention to detail found in Jeff Wall\u2019s works, <strong>Relais Bellaria Hotel<\/strong> is the perfect base for your stay.<br \/>\nWe\u2019re ready to welcome you and make your cultural trip to Bologna an experience of total comfort. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hotelrelaisbellaria.com\/offerte\/\">Book your room now at the best guaranteed rate.<\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re planning a visit to Bologna in the early months of 2026, there\u2019s a cultural event you absolutely shouldn\u2019t miss. 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