Barcelona’s MACBA has long been a gathering place for skaters, artists, and creatives from around the world. However, recent renovation plans threaten to change this, with the city prohibiting skateboarding in the iconic square—an act that has sparked the #savemacba movement. In response, Finnish graphic […]
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In late November, we met with artist Elisa Capdevila and urban art curator Antoine Careil amidst a stormy Barcelona backdrop. The city was still reeling from record-breaking rain and wind, and so was their ambitious project: a large-scale mural paying homage to the Teatro Talia
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Urban art will take over the heart of Paral·lel with the creation of a large-format mural that will reclaim the historical memory of Teatro Talia, an iconic space for the Sant Antoni neighborhood. The work will be carried out by the renowned Barcelona-based artist Elisa
Welcome to the second act of our exploration into the exhibition Evasiones. The Street as Fiction, where the concept of evasion takes center stage. Think of it as a delightful dance around societal norms, expectations, and the concrete confines of urban life. Here, the streets
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Urban art has always thrived on the streets, embracing the rawness and unpredictability of public spaces. But what happens when this same art, so deeply tied to its environment, enters a gallery setting? Evasiones. The Street as Fiction from B-Murals dives into this very question,
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EXHIBITION “EVASIONES. THE STREET AS FICTION” Curated by INDAGUE28/09 – 23/11 B-Murals, in collaboration with INDAGUE (the Spanish Association for Research and Dissemination of Graffiti and Urban Art), presents Evasiones: The Street as Fiction, curated by Jaume Gómez, Juan Antonio HR, and Keko Martínez. This
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The pioneering project for managing legal urban art walls ends after 12 years of global impact After 12 years of promoting urban art and offering legal alternatives for artistic expression in public spaces, Rebobinart has decided to close WALLSPOT, the wall management platform that started
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INDUSTRIAL SCRIBERS It is an exhibition-installation curated by B-Murals, as part of its innovative curatorial line WCU3, with the aim of inviting artists who define the most contemporary urban art scene in Barcelona. The focus is on creations that occupy both the street and the
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The artist Francisco de Pájaro, also known as Art is Trash, creates a work of art from single-use containers to raise awareness about the ongoing issue. This initiative aims to sensitize the public about the environmental and social impact of daily consumption of such containers.
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In Sagrera, a project called “El comerç hi és empre” (“Local commerce is always there”) is breathing new life into the neighborhood. Led by Rebobinart and joined by SAAC, Barcelona City Council, Barcelona Design Centre, and Elisava, this initiative aims to transform the area by
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Patrick Hourihan, an American college student, found himself immersed in the enchanting festivities of La Mercè for the very first time. This festival is a vibrant celebration of Barcelona’s patron saint, dedicated to fostering cultural and artistic expression, and it takes place in late September
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There’s a certain charm to wandering through city streets and unexpectedly stumbling upon a striking piece of art– as if the city is sharing a secret with you. In Barcelona, you never know what you might stumble upon. Whether it’s a colorful mural tucked away
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What is House of Art? House of Art consists of three artists: DaGroove (DJ), IAMPIO (multidisciplinary artist), and Ninon Réo (visual artist) who have come together as a collective with the goal of providing visibility to emerging artists through events that blend House music with
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During the week of Burning Man (AKA Burn Week – this year on August 27, 2023 ’til September 4,2023) Barcelona residents create Urban Playa—a unique little burn and theme camps in the heart of Barcelona. This is a great opportunity to safely share your unique
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As cities around the world have become awash with vibrant murals, the art form has taken on an even greater significance. Alongside making streets and public spaces more appealing to live in, urban art also serves as a powerful platform for communicating ideas about political
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