Two of my missions in life are to live creatively and to live sustainably. Both goals give me pleasure and purpose on a daily basis. While a lot of arts and crafts involve buying materials made with plastic and packaging, you can make art a …
Every day more people are leaving their desk jobs in order to launch a new creative career. In the digital era becoming a professional artist has become more accessible than ever, but there are still big challenges to overcome. The fact is, many people lack …
With a new Christmas season upon us, more and more people dread the idea of spending time and money at big, multinational department stores. Who wants to stand in long lines to buy mediocre products and put more money into the pockets of big corporations? …
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Iconic graphic designer Milton Glaser discusses creativity. He says most significant works come out of misunderstanding. For this reason, designers must move away from what they already know, even if they’re receiving recognition and good pay for their work. A designer must DO! Do …
Figurative sculpture and the human form have always been present as artistic expression; from prehistoric cave paintings through the classical perfection of ancient Greece, up to current contemporary representations. I’m an artist without any formal training and I enjoy creating abstract works such as masks …
Painting and wine. For centuries this inspiring combination has been a quintessential pastime for artists around the world. Today, painting and wine is being marketed as an alternative night on the town, combining leisure and creativity. My friends and I signed up for one of …
Salir con Arte: the art of drinking and painting Read More »
Last weekend I headed up to el Bosc de Can Ginebreda, next to the beautiful town of Banyoles to attend the visionary l”Estrany Music Festival. This is a collaborative effort brought to you by local artists and musicians who come together once a year to …
I went to check out the fourth edition of Ús Barcelona, festival d’art i espai públic, which took place in a recently emptied lot in Poble Nou. Local and international artists shared participatory art installations, workshops, chats, food and music with the public. You can …
Artists rally around a new cultural park in Poblenou Read More »
The ‘Best Coworking in Barcelona’ is in the process of being updated! (March 2022) When it comes to Coworking spaces in Barcelona, there are a LOT of options. In this list we’re focusing on lively workspaces with flexible options, special perks or something extra, or …
I recently walked into Justa, Rufina & Co. for the first time to discover an artistic work-space like none I have ever seen before. It was like a breath of fresh air. This newly inaugurated ceramic studio in the seaside town of Mongat (just outside …
Cognitive Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman is known for his research and writing on intelligence, creativity, and human potential. In this clip, briefly discusses the relationship between motivation and creativity and how our environment has a profound effect on this relationship. People are born with enthusiasm—children …
In today’s crowded marketplace a new product is only as good as its packaging and marketing campaigns. How can you make it stand out from the competition? How can you update the design of your product without alienating your customer? The book, Creative Anarchy: How …
Hello and welcome to the new online magazine dedicated to art and creativity in Barcelona. If you’re interested in supporting the arts, expressing yourself creatively, and appreciating other’s creative expression then I hope you’ll visit often. Let me tell you a bit more about how …
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