Sara Montani — The Submerged and the Unexpected: solo exhibition in

Sara Montani — The Submerged and the Unexpected

Dates: 9–23 May 2026

Galleria L2Arte in Pavia presents The Submerged and the Unexpected, a solo exhibition by Sara Montani curated by Viola Moschettini. The works originate from the flooding of the artist's studio and become a platform for reflection on personal experience, memory and environmental change.

Why go

The show bridges contemporary art and climate awareness, creating a space for intergenerational and interdisciplinary dialogue between the artworks and the public.

Practical information

• Venue: Galleria L2Arte, Viale della Libertà 2/B, 27100 Pavia (PV), Italy
• Opening: Saturday 9 May 2026, 17:30
• Opening program:
  • 17:30 – Presentation with artist Sara Montani and curator Viola Moschettini, with a live connection to food microbiologist Luca De Rossi
  • 18:30 – Official opening and walkthrough of the installation
• Opening hours: Wednesday–Saturday 11:00–19:00; Sunday 15:30–19:00
• Admission: free
• Curator: Viola Moschettini
• Organiser: Galleria L2Arte
• Sponsor: Museo della Permanente, Milan
• Website: http://www.l2arte.it

What to expect

The exhibition transforms a personal traumatic event into a collective narrative: through materials, images and installations the visitor is led to explore water as both destructive force and element of renewal. The project highlights art's role in raising awareness about extreme weather events and fostering cultural exchange.

Practical tip: check the gallery website for confirmed opening times or updates before your visit.