“Los Angeles Invisibles”, a comprehensive exhibition of photography by Julius Shulman, will be on display at the Consejeria de Cultura y Deporte del Canal Isabel II until May 2nd. Shulman documented the rise and development of modern homes in L.A. and other parts of California and as a result his work has become an invaluable record of modern architecture in the U.S. With works by Frank Lloyd Wright and Richard Neutra on display, this exhibition is a tale of urban development, designer rivalry and aesthetic evolution—and the admittance is free. Hours are: 11:00 a.m. to 14:00 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays / 17:00 p.m. to 20:30 p.m. on Sundays.
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The Real Jardin Botanico has been in the very center of the city for over two hundred years and has since then blossomed into a place dedicated not only to nature but also to culture. Those who like both of these will be pleased to know of a new sculpture exhibition in the gardens: Artist Jose G. Onieva will be including his own steel models of plants and flowers—some of which reach six meters in height. The Plaza de Murillo entrance is the most convenient for those wanting to see these pieces, which can also be found along the Puerta de Murillo (in front of the Prado Museum) and the Puerta del Rey. The exhibition will go on until April 16th, garden hours are from 10:00am to 19:00 p.m. and until 20:00 p.m. in April. Fees for the Garden are 2.50 euros, children and seniors over sixty-five have free entrance.
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A photography exhibit of great cultural and poetic proportions is on display at the Circulo de Bellas Artes: Ricky Dávila’s “Ibérica” is a visual documentation of the faces and attitudes that characterize the Iberian Peninsula. The artist’s intention is to present an emotive rather than journalistic display of his own region; to help those unfamiliar with it to discover it, and for those who are a part of it to explore further. The exhibition will go on until the 28th of March, entrance fee is 1.00 euro. Hours are: 11:00 a.m. to 14:00 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays / 17:00 p.m. to 21:00 p.m. on Sundays.
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Jorge Oteiza’s death in April 2003 has not reduced his prominence in Spanish modern art. His use of geometrical forms and the presence of air and space in his works have made him one of the most well known sculptors to come out of this country in the second part of the XX century. Now the Fundacion Canal is showing a retrospective of his essential works—thirty-four in total, including his well known sculptures “the metaphysical boxes”—that will be on display until the 25th of April. Opening hours are 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. except early closing time at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesdays, entrance in free.
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For truly interesting and visually stunning photography visit the Galeria Blanca Berlin and see Soledad Cordoba’s exhibit “Un Lugar Secreto” (a secret place). The work of this young Asturian artist involves performance photography—that is, she involves her own body and actions into her work. The pictures involve distinct elements, such as animals or plants, which are visually within and outside the artist’s body. The result is a series of magical, surreal and often disturbing photographs that are extremely well made. The exhibit will be on display until March 27th.
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As you all ready know over at the Fundación MAPFRE there is an excellent Impressionism exhibit that features some classic works from one of the movements masters, Claude Monet. And opening Tuesday, February 23rd, at the Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza you can view Monet’s work in another light.
The exhibit, Monet and Abstraction, portrays his works as they relate to the development of Abstract Expressionism and his influence on the artists associated with this period. The showcase displays Monet’s work next to the works of modern painters such as Pollock and Rothko in an attempt to highlight just exactly where these modern painters took their cues from Monet. The exhibit is actually on display in two different locations, while the bulk of it is at the Thyssen, there is another part located at the Fundación Caja Madrid. For a complete guide to the exhibit and all other info go here.
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ARCO, Madrid’s festival of contemporary art, hits town on the 17th of February. The festival, which is on until the 21st of February, is one of the world’s best showcases of the contemporary art scene, drawing participants from all over the globe. The event brings together an incredible collection of international artists, collectors, critics and students. This year the guest city will be Los Angeles. As the invited city, L.A. will show works from17 different galleries. For all the info go here.
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If you’ve seen the peculiar sculpture of an upside down elephant supporting itself with its trunk, then you’ve already seen one of Miquel Barceló’s pieces. The Gran Elefant drent is located in the busy Paseo del Prado street, right outside the CaixaForum cultural building where the exhibition is being held. Originally from Majorca, Barceló is an artist known in Spain for working with different techniques and materials, something which this anthological collection tries hard to convey: cloths, ceramics, stone, watercolors, drawings and even travel journals that have been created by the artist since 1983 are on display. The exhibit lasts until June 13th and entrance is free—the inauguration is this Tuesday, February 9th, at 17:30 p.m. For more information on the artist and exhibition go to here.
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The Fundación Mapfre is showing a retrospective of photographer Dayanita Singh’s work over the last twenty years that is free to the public. One of the most well known Indian photographers outside her country, her work has offered glimpses into diverse niches of Indian society, first through photo journalism and later through more personally inspired work. Included in this exhibition is “Myself Mona Ahmed”, which chronicles the life of a eunuch—a castrated man part of a group known in India as the third gender—which Singh has developed a friendship with for over a decade. Hurry though; this exhibition will only last until the 5th of February.
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The Fundación MAPFRE has just opened an amazing new exhibit entitled From Manet to Impressionism. A Modern Renaissance, which brings together a great collection of works on loan from the Musee D’Orsay in Paris. The collection includes works from all the great painters associated with the movement such as: Manet, Monet, Cézanne, Renoir, Pisarro and many more. In addition, the exhibition is an informative history lesson on the development of the movement and highlights all of the themes common to the school of painting. Don’t miss this rare treat. For more details go here.
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