Once again this year, SENDA is pleased to announce that we will be back at By Invitation 2024, an exhibition of modern and contemporary art that, for the fifth consecutive year, will be held at the Círculo Ecuestre de Barcelona.
With the intention of fostering the dialogue between different artistic currents, By Invitation 2024 will feature invited galleries and selected projects, covering both the secondary market and the primary market of established and emerging artists from the national scene. The show will be mostly made up of galleries from Barcelona, although there will also be galleries from other parts of Spain, such as Madrid, Valencia and Gijon.
In this edition, SENDA has its own space to present its gallery proposal: the Japanese Room. The imposing room will host the works of a wide variety of artists, reflecting the versatility of the gallery. From the Chinese ink lithographs of Gao Xingjian, to the dreamlike sculptures of Gonzalo Guzman, the imposing acrylic paintings of Yago Hortal, the colorful wooden creations of Mina Hamada, the black and white photographs of Robert Mapplethorpe, or the mixed media compositions of the internationally renowned Jaume Plensa.
In particular, we would like to let you know that the hall will be an accomplice of a tribute to the famed painter Joan Miró on the occasion of his year of celebration. The piece presented will be a watercolor, “Aquarelle sur papier”, from the artist’s Japanese series. A perfect work to be exhibited in a room full of oriental influences.
If you do not want to miss the opportunity to be part of this exhibition, ask for your accreditation in the link below. See you from the 7th to the 10th of November at the Círculo Ecuestre de Barcelona.
La llegada del otoño a Barcelona siempre trae consigo un aire de vanguardia, creatividad y tendencia. Como cada año por estas fechas, la ciudad se prepara para vivir uno de los eventos más esperados en el ámbito de la moda: la 080 Barcelona Fashion Week, que se celebrará del 14 al 17 de octubre. La semana de la moda catalana no solo destaca por ser una plataforma clave para diseñadores emergentes y consagrados, sino también por su capacidad de conectar la moda con otras disciplinas artísticas.
Este evento coincide con dos exposiciones que nos invitan a explorar el mundo de la moda desde dos perspectivas únicas.
“Cariàtides” de Gino Rubert en galeria SENDA: El arte de la indumentaria
La primera parada artística relacionada con la 080 Fashion Week es la exposición “Cariàtides” del pintor Gino Rubert, expuesta en la galeria SENDA. Rubert es conocido por su capacidad de explorar las emociones humanas a través de figuras que rozan lo surrealista. En esta ocasión, su enfoque pone especial atención en un aspecto fundamental del universo de la moda: la construcción de las prendas.
En “Cariàtides“, Rubert juega con texturas, pliegues, alfileres sobre el lienzo e, incluso, piezas de joyería, creando una conexión simbólica con el proceso artesanal de confeccionar ropa. A través de sus obras, se percibe cómo el pintor utiliza la tela como un material moldeable, donde cada pliegue y cada costura se vuelven elementos cruciales para la construcción de la figura femenina. Este acto de construir prendas en el lienzo refleja el minucioso trabajo de los diseñadores de moda y su atención al detalle en la creación de piezas que son tanto artísticas como funcionales.
Así como un modista crea prendas que visten cuerpos, Rubert viste sus figuras femeninas de “Cariàtides” a través de su pincel, utilizando los materiales como metáfora de la conexión entre el arte pictórico y el arte del vestir.
“Into the river” (2024). 54 x 41 cm
“La Tempesta” (2024). 73 x 65 cm. Detalle
“Dos + Uno. 1984/2024” de José Manuel Ferrater en LAB 36: El tiempo y la moda a través de la fotografía
En LAB 36, otra exposición complementa el espíritu de la 080 Barcelona Fashion Week, pero desde una perspectiva fotográfica. José Manuel Ferrater, afamado fotógrafo de moda, presenta “Dos + Uno. 1984/2024”, una retrospectiva que ofrece un fascinante diálogo visual entre diferentes épocas de su carrera.
La muestra consiste en una contraposición de imágenes icónicas de 1984 y sus antagónicas tomadas en la actualidad, permitiendo al espectador viajar a través del tiempo y observar cómo han evolucionado tanto la moda como la fotografía misma. Ferrater, conocido por su capacidad de capturar la esencia del mundo de la moda con su lente, nos ofrece una reflexión sobre los cambios estilísticos y culturales a lo largo de los años.
A través de su obra, vemos cómo los ideales de belleza, los estilos y las tendencias han mutado con el paso de las décadas, pero también cómo algunos elementos perduran. La moda se presenta no solo como una forma de expresión personal, sino también como un reflejo de los tiempos que vivimos. La exposición es, en esencia, un diálogo entre el pasado y el presente, entre la nostalgia de las épocas doradas de la moda y la constante innovación del mundo contemporáneo.
Vista de sala. “Dos + Uno. 1984/2024”
El diálogo entre moda y arte: Un encuentro inevitable
Ambas exposiciones, en su relación con la moda, encuentran un terreno común: la noción de la moda como arte en sí misma. Rubert y Ferrater, desde sus respectivas disciplinas, exploran y celebran la moda como un medio para expresar y desafiar convenciones. Mientras que Rubert se enfoca en la construcción meticulosa de prendas como un acto artístico y escultórico, Ferrater documenta la moda en su contexto sociocultural, inmortalizando momentos y tendencias que han definido épocas.
Este diálogo entre arte y moda se vuelve aún más relevante en el contexto de la 080 Barcelona Fashion Week, un evento que tradicionalmente ha buscado desafiar las barreras entre disciplinas. En un momento en que la moda se enfrenta a una constante demanda de innovación y sostenibilidad, las exposiciones de Rubert y Ferrater nos recuerdan que la moda no es solo tendencia, sino también un arte profundamente ligado a la expresión creativa.
“Art and science: shared trajectories”, a dialogue between the artist Xavi Bou and the professor and researcher Josep Perelló, will take place on 4th June at 7pm at galeria SENDA. Framed in Bou’s current exhibition at the gallery, both will offer us their perspective that intertwines art and science.
A meeting of gazes
Xavi Bou, through his project “Ornithographies”, explores the flight of birds using advanced photographic techniques that reveal patterns invisible to the human eye. His work is not only visually stunning, but also invites deep reflection on nature, the importance of preserving wildlife, and our place in it.
Josep Perelló is a professor in the Department of Condensed Matter Physics at the University of Barcelona (UB) and a researcher at the UB Institute of Complex Systems (UBICS). Founder of the OpenSystems-UB group, Perelló promotes scientific research projects with citizen participation and artistic practices. His work in citizen science and collective experiments for public space has been recognised and acclaimed both locally and internationally.
For all this, Perelló‘s historical knowledge and Bou‘s artistic and nature experience converge in a talk that fuses art and science from a different perspective.
The fusion between art and science
During the talk, Josep Perelló will provide a historical perspective on the intersection between art and science, exploring how these two fields have dialogued and influenced each other over the centuries. His experience as head and curator of the Science Area at Arts Santa Mònica, as well as his work at the Barcelona Office of Citizen Science and the Ciutat i Ciència Biennial, provides him with an enriching vision that promises to broaden our understanding and appreciation of this interdisciplinary fusion.
Xavi Bou, for his part, will share his personal experience and creative process. He will take us through the development of his project “Ornithographies”, from the initial inspiration to the technical and artistic realisation of his photographs. It will be a unique opportunity to understand art from the perspective of the person who creates it, and how science can be a powerful tool in the artistic process.
Do you want to attend?
We’ll be waiting for you on 4th June at 7pm at galeria SENDA (Trafalgar, 32). The talk is free and open to the public. You only have to confirm your attendance by clicking on this link and register.
Last Monday, November 7, Barcelona became the epicenter of art and reflection when Galeria SENDA opened its doors to welcome three prominent names from the cultural world: sculptor Jaume Plensa, photographer Jean-Marie del Moral and journalist Màrius Carol. The reason for this meeting was the presentation of the book “Interior, 2022”, a work that transcends the printed pages to explore the challenges and opportunities faced by creators in the context of a globalized market.
The theme of the talk, entitled “Shared Challenges. Creating in a Global Marketplace“, addressed profound and pertinent questions about the creative process in the contemporary world. How do artists face the pressure of producing in a globalized environment? What impact do market trends have on creativity and originality? These were some of the questions raised during the conversation, which turned into an exciting dialogue between creative minds.
Jaume Plensa, known for his imposing sculptures that explore the relationship between the individual and the environment, shared his vision of the need to maintain authenticity in a world flooded with external influences. For Plensa, true creativity arises from the connection with oneself and the surrounding environment, and it is crucial to preserve that connection in a globalized context.
For his part, Jean-Marie del Moral, whose photography captures the essence of urban life and human diversity, spoke about the role of art as a tool for expression and resistance in an increasingly homogenized world. For Del Moral, creativity is an act of resistance against uniformity, a way of celebrating the diversity and complexity of the world we inhabit.
Màrius Carol, a journalist with a long career in the cultural field, provided a unique perspective on the role of the media in the promotion and dissemination of contemporary art. In a world where attention is fragmented and information is constantly flowing, Carol stressed the importance of telling authentic and meaningful stories that connect with audiences on an emotional level.
The presentation of the book “Interior, 2022” marked the beginning of a series of #SENDATalks, a typology of talks organized by Galeria SENDA that brings together artists, creators and thinkers to explore relevant topics in the world of art and culture. These meetings provide a platform for the exchange of ideas, debate and reflection, fostering an open and enriching dialogue between different disciplines and perspectives.
The event concluded with a question and answer session, where the audience had the opportunity to interact with the speakers and delve deeper into the topics discussed. The atmosphere was one of inspiration and camaraderie, leaving a lasting impression on all present and sowing the seeds for future conversations and creative collaborations. In short, the talk at Galeria SENDA was much more than a book presentation; it was a transformative encounter that illuminated the complexities and challenges of the creative process in the 21st century, and demonstrated the power of art and culture to bring people together and enrich our lives.
