A standout among the emerging talent of pop-art is Jordanna Ber, a designer-turned-artist who made her way from Canada to Barcelona, and she is now building her dream studio space from an old stone countryside villa in the Costa Brava. Jordanna describes her style as …
Following my visit of the Khaos Story #7 exhibition, I wanted to learn more about the people behind the projects. One of the innovative artists I discovered is Kenta Umemoto, a Paris-based Japanese photographer who uses multi−layered processes, vibrant colors, and rich textures to create …
For the past couple months, I’ve too often found myself standing in front of an art piece and whispering to myself, “how in the world did they do that?” This question was usually followed by “how did they even think of that?” This quote by …
Tucked in a corner of a quiet alley just off major streets in the Borne District is a hidden gem known as Fousion Gallery. After being buzzed in and going up a quick flight of stairs I was greeted by Jasmin Waschl, the genius behind …
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There are few events in the world that can draw 45,000 people for a 15 minute performance. But on Saturday May 7, Barcelona prepared for one of the most highly anticipated events of the month. Innovative technology combined with historic and beloved architecture fused in …
I had Open Day in Poblenou marked in my calendar for over a month. So when the day finally came, I put on my best sneakers and headed out to the Urban District to check out what all the galleries, foundations, and unique spaces had …
The minute I saw the colorful, funky poster for Flea Market Barcelona in a cafe window, I knew I had to go. As a recovering shopaholic, I decided this was where I wanted to spend my cheat day. Flea Market Barcelona is a monthly flea …
After a month of talking to artists, walking through galleries and admiring individual work and style, I felt an itch to create. Usually for me that itch is scratched by writing, a medium I’m comfortable with. But this time, the art gods and a woman …
Across the face of each sweatshirt, phone case, and postcard in the gift shop reads, “in art we trust.” No one believes this more than Moco, a museum that provides space for unique, visionary artists from all over the world. Moco balances modern, contemporary and …
With so many museum acronyms, it’s easy to confuse one for another, but this is one you’ll want to remember. On the backside of the imposing MACBA, is its little sister; the CCCB. Despite the CCCB’s opening in 1994 there’s a rich history behind the …
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Seated atop rolling hills and just above el Jardin del Teatre Greg sits the Fundació Joan Miró, established in 1975, it has been bringing worldwide admirers ever since. The collection is thorough and draws the most devout Miró fans while also capturing the attention of …
On the corner of Carrer d’Entença and Carrer Floridablanca, nestled between two unsuspecting businesses, lies Flash Gallery BCN; an intimate environment featuring exposed brick, wooden beams and floor-to-ceiling glass windows, all renovated from a shop that once sold birdcages. Ready to welcome you is Linda …