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    “Scar” by David de la Mano in Salamanca, Spain

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    In a heartfelt homage to the enduring spirit of women, artist David de la Mano unveils his latest creation, the “Scar” mural, gracing the walls of The House of Women “Clara Campoamor” in Salamanca. Inspired by the moving verses of Louise Glück’s poem “Dress,” the mural stands as a tribute to the strength and beauty found within life’s challenges.Nestled in the heart of Salamanca, the mural serves as a visual testament to the journey of healing and self-discovery. With his distinct style marked by intricate linework and emotive symbolism, dela Mano breathes life into Glück’s evocative words, crafting a narrative that speaks to the resilience of the human spirit.My soul dried up.Like a soul thrown into the fire,but not completelynot until annihilation. Thirsty,went ahead. twitchy,not because of loneliness but because of mistrust,the result of violence.//.The spirit, invited to leave the body,to be exposed for a moment,trembling, like beforeof your surrender to the divine;The spirit was seduced, due to its loneliness,for the promise of grace.How are you going to trust againin the love of another being?//.My soul withered and shrank.The body became too much of a dress big for her.And when I regained hope,It was a completely different hope.“Dress”Louise Glück (1943-2023) USATake a look below for more photos of David de la Mano’s recent work. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); More

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      “LA JOTA” Urban Postcards G085 by Giulio Vesprini in Zaragoza, Spain

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      Renowned street artist Giulio Vesprini has recently unveiled a captivating mural as part of the Asalto Festival in Zaragoza. Nestled in the enchanting “La Jota” neighborhood, this masterpiece finds its canvas amidst a place rich in history and architectural charm. La Jota, with its roots dating back to an ambitious 1947 housing project, was envisioned as a garden city, where modest-sized homes would be complemented by communal gardens or orchards.The visionary project aimed to provide affordable housing for local workers, with meticulous planning by architects José Beltrán and Fausto García Marco. The neighborhood’s name pays homage to the construction company, “Obras y Construcciones Damán,” situated on Avenida Castaluña.Giulio Vesprini’s contribution to this historic locale transcends traditional boundaries, adding a contemporary layer to La Jota’s narrative. Through vibrant strokes and imaginative design, the mural not only revitalizes the neighborhood’s aesthetic but also serves as a tribute to the visionary spirit of its post-war architects. As spectators traverse the streets of La Jota, they are greeted by a visual feast that seamlessly intertwines the old and the new, a testament to the enduring impact of art on community and urban landscapes. The Asalto Festival has once again become a platform for artistic expression, bringing together history, architecture, and modern creativity in the heart of Zaragoza.Photo credit: Marcos Cebrian More

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      “Vía Oeste” by Pablo S. Herrero in Salamanca, Spain

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      Pablo S. Herrero’s recent project, “Vía Oeste,” has brought three stunning murals to the picturesque town of Villavieja de Yeltes in Salamanca, Spain. Titled “Ilex Umbra,” these murals pay tribute to the significant oak trees in the area, offering a poignant connection between art and nature.However, beneath the surface beauty, these murals also shed light on the challenges faced by this region, including depopulation and the controversial fight against a proposed uranium mine, which many argue offers false promises of a brighter future.In a region grappling with the exodus of its young population and the looming specter of environmental degradation, Herrero’s murals serve as a powerful reminder of the enduring beauty and importance of nature. Through “Ilex Umbra,” he highlights the significance of these ancient oaks and the urgent need to protect them. In doing so, Herrero’s art not only captivates the eye but also sparks crucial conversations about the intersection of art, nature, and the future of this beautiful yet challenged town in Salamanca.Scroll down below to see more photos of Pablo S. Herrero’s most recent project, More

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      “Breathe” by David de la Mano and Pablo Herrero in Salamanca, Spain

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      Street artists David de la Mano and Pablo S. Herrero worked on a new project  involving a mural and graffiti workshop related specifically to stonecutter marks. It was held last May 13 in Villamayor, a municipality historically known for its quarries and for being the one used historically in the monumental Salamanca.The graffiti workshop consisted of taking stonemason marks as the main axis, and around these, reproductions, interpretations and free marks were created.Attendees created their own stencils, painted freehand and combined techniques. About 40 to 50 people participated, mostly children from 5 to 14 years old.The workshop is a project of The PICA association, organized by the Town Hall of Villamayor and the Department of Culture.David de la Mano is known for his large dystopian murals featuring human and animal silhouettes and minimalist style. He creates distinctive artworks which are symbolic reflections on humankind and reminiscent of dark fairytales.On the other hand, the pictorical language of Pablo S. Herrero is linked to the code of plant forms. Trees and forests, both murals and paper, are the vehicle for show relationship between the dynamic and the static, individual and community, sustainability and resistance. His activity as a muralist, usually at off-center and marginal spaces, take the suburbs as a paradigm of the rejection that the city causes to large parts of itself.Take a look below for more photos of the project. More

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      “El Buen Augurio” by Clara Lurueña and Pablo S. Herrero in Salamanca, Spain

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      Tribute to the figure of “El Perrero”, a character linked to the tradition of the little town of Nava de Francia that symbolizes the transition to the new year, which says goodbye to the dark and traumatic to attract light and good wishes in the new cycle.The magical and ritual character of this figure is accompanied by primitive animals and some typical embroidery motifs, which in turn feed on the popular imagination of the area. The representation of the trees in this case is added to the projection of the shadow of the oaks that surround Nava de Francia.Check out below for more photos of Clara Lurueña and Pablo S. Herrero’s latest project. More

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      Osona Artimur Festival in Barcelona, Spain

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      Osona is a beautiful countryside area in the north of Barcelona, Spain. The local authorities bet for a large format urban art festival where 19 new murals and artistic interventions have found a new home in the walls of 5 different villages of the region this last October.Osona Artimur gathered top artists like Zoer, Ana Barriga, Satone, Eloise Gillow, Daniel Muñoz, and Isaac Cordal among other urban art top names create 19 new artistic interventions for the 1st edition of the Osona Artimur Festival curated by B-Murals in the countryside of Barcelona, in order to produce identity portraits of each different small town, from a contemporary approach and point of view. In this rural context, muralism and street art stand up as a unique mixture of tradition and innovation.Take a look at more images below and check back with us soon for more updates.Ana Barriga Oliva in Sant Julià de Vilatorta.Wedo Goas in Prats de Lluçanès.Satone in Sant Bartomeu del Grau.Isaac Cordal in Sant Bartomeu del Grau.Nano4814 in Alpens.Contemporary and abstract pieces shutter the traditional aesthetical criteria, looking for new portraits of local identities, as the murals of Zoer, Satone, Ana Barriga, Rosh and Nano4814 display. Additionally, rural contexts become new places for researching, innovation and promoting art.Invited artists: Zoer, Ana Barriga, Satone, Nano4814, Luogo Comune, Isaac Cordal, Rosh,  Alberto Montes,  Jan Vallverdú, Marta Lapeña, Eloise GillowArtists selected by open call: Twee Muizen, Sergi Bastida, Wedo GoasArtists working on participatory processes: Daniel Muñoz, Chu Doma,  Alessia Innocenti, Mateu Targa, ZosenPhoto Credit: Monika Pufflerova & Fer Alcalá. More

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      La güerita, 2022 by Ana Barriga in Plasencia, Spain

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      Ana Barriga is a Spanish artist. She lives and works in Madrid. Her works attempt to balance reason and emotion, capturing the energy that arises from their intersection. Barriga tries to focus on the shared environment between artists and children, using elements such as children’s toys, colourful decorative objects and other items used in everyday life. Her approach to her subjects is filled with irony, humour and playfulness from which unpredictable and new situations that don’t fit the rules emerge.The eighteen meters high wall was painted in Plasencia, Spain.The project collaborated with Invasion Street Art Festival, Misterpiro and Jaime Urdiales.See more images below and check back with us soon for more updates.Invasion Street Art Festival. Foto: Andy Solé More

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      Murals by Helder Cavalcante at BLOOP Art Festival, Ibiza, Spain

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      Helder Cavalcante makes his first appearance at the Mediterranean gem’s longest running art event. In the heart of Ibiza, he painted a mural that depicts the cruelty of war and what it entails. A father and daughter are at the dining table, where the parent is eating bullets from the plate and the child is gazing blankly at what is served.The artist explained that “We adults are investing our precious time and resources in war and conflicts and in the end it’s the children who have to pay the price in the future for our selfish actions we take today”.Cavalcante’s second mural is located at a park in Ibiza where many other BLOOP artworks are. Spurring debate among the people as a cook hopelessly looks at the classifieds of a newspaper since the rent has spiked compared to previous years. This year one of Ibiza’s thorny problem was the lack of affordable housing. The issue was exacerbated to a point where workers who provide basic services such as law enforcement, healthcare workers, hospitality and other industries couldn’t find houses due to the high rent which sky rocketed after the two years of pandemic and the island’s tendency heading towards luxury tourism.These murals form part of BLOOP’s OpenAir.Gallery project that started off back in 2011 to change the face of en entire island through murals and street art that are comprehensible, inclusive and open all year round, embodying the festival’s ethos: ART IS FOR EVERYBODY. In the past some of the best streets artists have gathered for the OpenAir.Gallery project such as the likes of Okuda, Ben Eine, Inti, Olek, Agostino Iacurci, Phlegm, Interesni Kazki, Said Dokins, David de la Mano and many more.This year BLOOP launched its official app included that included a Pokemon Go-like feature for the OpenAir.Gallery (the murals and street art by BLOOP) where players won an actual prize after “catching” the artworks on the streets across Ibiza through augmented reality technologies. Plus, all festival information and latest news which also contributed in BLOOP to be environmentally conscious reducing flyers and print materials caring for the planet. More

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      “Secret Garden” by David de la Mano in Salamanca, Spain

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      Street artist David de la Mano is back with a new piece in Villamayor, Salamanca, Spain. The mural entitled “Secret Garden” and like almost all gardens it has a human scale.The secret garden is inhabited and is also continually visited by birds, insects, etc. and events are continually taking place. Keeping our eyes open and attentive helps us discover the beginning, development and culmination of the most diverse stories and characters.Open your eyes.David de la Mano is a Spanish contemporary artist best known for his stunning murals often depicting silhouettes, trees and other monochromatic imagery. The artist experiments with different techniques including acrylics, watercolors, ink and collage. Through a minimalist style, characterized by the monochrome use of black, David de la Mano is able to create extremely poetic works of art, a symbolic reflection on humanity.Check out below for more photos of his latest work in Spain. More