The current exhibition at the Gallery Ex Machina called “Digital Dreams” features artworks from the powerful visual artist from USA, Linda Lewis and the electrifying Turkish photographer Oğuz Meriç. We inhabit a visually compromised world, navigating an image glut around us. The two artists have […]
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Two of the most defining and strongly settled phenomena characterizing modern Barcelona are its vibrant skateboarding scene and the Maker Culture. Both have taken over the city like a barn on fire, splashing the map with numerous locations to get involved. But is there a
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The 1970’s marked a turning point in the feminist movement. The new generation of outspoken young adults cried out against the war in Vietnam, against racial injustices, and against gender constructs and violence. Their art was ground-breaking, both for its use of languages and forms,
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The eighth edition of Craft Week in Catalunya (Setmana de A l’Artesania) is this week and for the first time it offers an international audiovisual exhibition dedicated to artisans. Under the motto “divine crafts,” the Consortium of Commerce (Consorci de Comerç, Artesania i Moda de
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“Wine makes all things possible” -George R.R. Martin Wine and painting night Arte Bar, located in the Eixample neighborhood, only a 10-minute walk from the Sagrada Familia, is a popular art studio offering painting classes almost every day of the week. For €32 the class
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“It is good to love many things, for therein lies the true strength, and whosoever loves much performs much, and can accomplish much, and what is done in love is well done.” -Van Gogh to his brother Theo. The Meet Vincent Van Gogh Experience, created
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Does the name Nerikomi sound familiar to you? Nerikomi, (練り込み) meaning “kneading,” is a Japanese term to describe the technique of creating patterns with colored clay. The technique is also called neriage. Perhaps you have seen one of the many videos being circling around on
This is more than a light show! The urban landscape of Poblenou is transformed into an playground of experimentation and innovation using light as the medium. There is a sense of wonder as the crowd meanders from one installation to another. New technologies allow artists
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Christmas is coming! And so are the wonderful pop-up markets to buy handmade gifts in Barcelona. Some of our favorite artisans will be selling their work this year. Remember, when you buy local, handmade products, you’re not only supporting an artist, you’re supporting your entire
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In September 2018, the Poblenou district celebrated the 22nd edition of Tallers Oberts (Open Workshops). The event lasted four days and included the participation of more than 20 creative spaces and more than 150 artists, representing more than 15 different artistic disciplines. I explored many
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This article was last updated on January 11, 2022. If you’re looking for ways to get creative in Barcelona, then you’re in luck. Barcelona has a thriving creative scene and many options for non-native speakers. Here’s our list of 8 fun activities to get your
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Bouncing at the knees to live music, Carmen Galofre enters the back room of her expansive gallery to offer a special night of art in motion. The Espai Carmen Galofre gallery is conveniently located at the crossroad of Rambla Catalunya and Consell de Cent in
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
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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
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