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Celebrating the Year of Gaudí: An Evening with author Gijs van Hensbergen

Celebrating the Year of Gaudí: An Evening with author Gijs van Hensbergen

Mon, Jun 8, 4:00 PM
From Backstory English Bookshop - Events
4.7

In 2026, Barcelona marks the centenary of Antoni Gaudí's death — a year in which the city has also been designated World Capital of Architecture by UNESCO, placing it at the heart of a global conversation about one of history's most extraordinary creative minds. To celebrate, we are welcoming one of the world's leading authorities on Gaudí and Barcelona's modernist architecture for an evening of conversation, stories and discovery. **Gijs van Hensbergen** is a Dutch art historian, Hispanist and author whose work has brought Gaudí to readers around the world. Trained at the Courtauld Institute of Art, he wrote the first critical biography of Antoni Gaudí, widely praised as the definitive account of the man and his work. He has since written on Gaudí's Sagrada Família for Bloomsbury, appeared on CBS 60 Minutes, BBC Radio 4 and TV3, and lectured at institutions including the Museo del Prado, the National Gallery London and the Reina Sofía. His writing has appeared in The Guardian, The Times, the Wall Street Journal and El País, among many others. This evening, in conversation with moderator **Nick Lloyd**, Gijs will take us behind the stones and spires — into the life, obsessions and genius of Gaudí, and what it means to be in Barcelona during this once-in-a-century year. Nick Lloyd is a writer, historian, and founder of Spanish Civil War Tours, a project dedicated to bringing the stories of the conflict to life through guided visits to key sites across Catalonia and Aragón. Over the years, his work has helped connect countless visitors with Spain’s complex past, weaving together the political, cultural, and personal dimensions of the war. This event is made possible thanks to ***Seven Dreams of Gaudí***, an ambitious concert project co-created and produced by Renée Cooke, premiering at the Palau de la Música Catalana as part of the Year of Gaudí celebrations. Find out more at [sevendreamsofgaudi.com](http://sevendreamsofgaudi.com/). **[ORDER GIJS BOOKS HERE](https://backstorybookshop.shop/browse?s=Gijs+van+Hensbergen&post_type=product&dgwt_wcas=1)**

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Life Drawing with Music

Life Drawing with Music

Tue, Jun 2, 4:30 PM
From Charcha Cultural Cafe
4.9

**Disfruta de dos horas dibujando en un ambiente relajado, enfocado y acogedor.** No se requiere experiencia previa — **todos los niveles son bienvenidos**. Este es un **espacio de práctica, no una clase**: ven a dibujar, observar y compartir la sala con otros artistas. 🖊 **El precio es 15€ y incluye**: – Acceso al espacio – Materiales básicos de dibujo (lápices, goma, papel y tablas de madera) – Pausa de 15 minutos – Una acogedora comunidad de artistas También tenemos **un bono de 8 sesiones por 10€ cada sesión.** **\*\*IMPORTANTE\*\*** 👉 Una vez que hayas confirmado tu asistencia, revisa tus mensajes: allí recibirás los datos para el pago. **El espacio está limitado** a un máximo de 12 personas. Es importante reservar tu plaza mediante el pago. **\*\*IMPORTANTE\*\*** **ENGLISH** Spend two hours drawing in a relaxed, focused, and welcoming environment. No previous experience is needed — all levels are welcome. **Beginner friendly.** This is a **practice space**, not a class: come **to draw, observe, and share the room with other artists.** 🧍‍♀️ A live model will be present once a minimum of 4 participants are confirmed. 🖊 **Price is 15 euros and includes**: – Access to the space – Basic drawing materials (pencils, eraser, A3 paper and wooden board for support) – A 15-minute break – A friendly community of artists We also have a **bono of 8 sessions for 10€ each.** **\*\*IMPORTANT\*\*** 👉 Once you’ve confirmed your attendance, check your messages: you’ll receive payment details there. The **space is limited** to maximum 12 people. It is important to reserve your spot with payment. **\*\*IMPORTANT\*\*** **Session format (2 hours)** • 5 × 3-minute poses • 5 × 5-minute poses • 2 × 10-minute poses — 15-minute break • 5 × 3-minute poses • 2 × 15-minute poses

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Life Drawing with Music

Life Drawing with Music

Tue, Jun 9, 4:30 PM
From Charcha Cultural Cafe
4.9

**Disfruta de dos horas dibujando en un ambiente relajado, enfocado y acogedor.** No se requiere experiencia previa — **todos los niveles son bienvenidos**. Este es un **espacio de práctica, no una clase**: ven a dibujar, observar y compartir la sala con otros artistas. 🖊 **El precio es 15€ y incluye**: – Acceso al espacio – Materiales básicos de dibujo (lápices, goma, papel y tablas de madera) – Pausa de 15 minutos – Una acogedora comunidad de artistas También tenemos **un bono de 8 sesiones por 10€ cada sesión.** **\*\*IMPORTANTE\*\*** 👉 Una vez que hayas confirmado tu asistencia, revisa tus mensajes: allí recibirás los datos para el pago. **El espacio está limitado** a un máximo de 12 personas. Es importante reservar tu plaza mediante el pago. **\*\*IMPORTANTE\*\*** **ENGLISH** Spend two hours drawing in a relaxed, focused, and welcoming environment. No previous experience is needed — all levels are welcome. **Beginner friendly.** This is a **practice space**, not a class: come **to draw, observe, and share the room with other artists.** 🧍‍♀️ A live model will be present once a minimum of 4 participants are confirmed. 🖊 **Price is 15 euros and includes**: – Access to the space – Basic drawing materials (pencils, eraser, A3 paper and wooden board for support) – A 15-minute break – A friendly community of artists We also have a **bono of 8 sessions for 10€ each.** **\*\*IMPORTANT\*\*** 👉 Once you’ve confirmed your attendance, check your messages: you’ll receive payment details there. The **space is limited** to maximum 12 people. It is important to reserve your spot with payment. **\*\*IMPORTANT\*\*** **Session format (2 hours)** • 5 × 3-minute poses • 5 × 5-minute poses • 2 × 10-minute poses — 15-minute break • 5 × 3-minute poses • 2 × 15-minute poses

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Life Drawing with Music

Life Drawing with Music

Tue, Jul 7, 4:30 PM
From Charcha Cultural Cafe
4.9

**Disfruta de dos horas dibujando en un ambiente relajado, enfocado y acogedor.** No se requiere experiencia previa — **todos los niveles son bienvenidos**. Este es un **espacio de práctica, no una clase**: ven a dibujar, observar y compartir la sala con otros artistas. 🖊 **El precio es 15€ y incluye**: – Acceso al espacio – Materiales básicos de dibujo (lápices, goma, papel y tablas de madera) – Pausa de 15 minutos – Una acogedora comunidad de artistas También tenemos **un bono de 8 sesiones por 10€ cada sesión.** **\*\*IMPORTANTE\*\*** 👉 Una vez que hayas confirmado tu asistencia, revisa tus mensajes: allí recibirás los datos para el pago. **El espacio está limitado** a un máximo de 12 personas. Es importante reservar tu plaza mediante el pago. **\*\*IMPORTANTE\*\*** **ENGLISH** Spend two hours drawing in a relaxed, focused, and welcoming environment. No previous experience is needed — all levels are welcome. **Beginner friendly.** This is a **practice space**, not a class: come **to draw, observe, and share the room with other artists.** 🧍‍♀️ A live model will be present once a minimum of 4 participants are confirmed. 🖊 **Price is 15 euros and includes**: – Access to the space – Basic drawing materials (pencils, eraser, A3 paper and wooden board for support) – A 15-minute break – A friendly community of artists We also have a **bono of 8 sessions for 10€ each.** **\*\*IMPORTANT\*\*** 👉 Once you’ve confirmed your attendance, check your messages: you’ll receive payment details there. The **space is limited** to maximum 12 people. It is important to reserve your spot with payment. **\*\*IMPORTANT\*\*** **Session format (2 hours)** • 5 × 3-minute poses • 5 × 5-minute poses • 2 × 10-minute poses — 15-minute break • 5 × 3-minute poses • 2 × 15-minute poses

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2 attendees
Life Drawing with Music

Life Drawing with Music

Tue, Jun 23, 4:30 PM
From Charcha Cultural Cafe
4.9

**Disfruta de dos horas dibujando en un ambiente relajado, enfocado y acogedor.** No se requiere experiencia previa — **todos los niveles son bienvenidos**. Este es un **espacio de práctica, no una clase**: ven a dibujar, observar y compartir la sala con otros artistas. 🖊 **El precio es 15€ y incluye**: – Acceso al espacio – Materiales básicos de dibujo (lápices, goma, papel y tablas de madera) – Pausa de 15 minutos – Una acogedora comunidad de artistas También tenemos **un bono de 8 sesiones por 10€ cada sesión.** **\*\*IMPORTANTE\*\*** 👉 Una vez que hayas confirmado tu asistencia, revisa tus mensajes: allí recibirás los datos para el pago. **El espacio está limitado** a un máximo de 12 personas. Es importante reservar tu plaza mediante el pago. **\*\*IMPORTANTE\*\*** **ENGLISH** Spend two hours drawing in a relaxed, focused, and welcoming environment. No previous experience is needed — all levels are welcome. **Beginner friendly.** This is a **practice space**, not a class: come **to draw, observe, and share the room with other artists.** 🧍‍♀️ A live model will be present once a minimum of 4 participants are confirmed. 🖊 **Price is 15 euros and includes**: – Access to the space – Basic drawing materials (pencils, eraser, A3 paper and wooden board for support) – A 15-minute break – A friendly community of artists We also have a **bono of 8 sessions for 10€ each.** **\*\*IMPORTANT\*\*** 👉 Once you’ve confirmed your attendance, check your messages: you’ll receive payment details there. The **space is limited** to maximum 12 people. It is important to reserve your spot with payment. **\*\*IMPORTANT\*\*** **Session format (2 hours)** • 5 × 3-minute poses • 5 × 5-minute poses • 2 × 10-minute poses — 15-minute break • 5 × 3-minute poses • 2 × 15-minute poses

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Paint Your Own Fan 🪭 - pre summer Art Lab

Paint Your Own Fan 🪭 - pre summer Art Lab

Sat, May 30, 3:00 PM
From Locals with an Accent

**PRE SUMMER ART LAB 🪭✨** by Locals With an Accent + invited artist @silmagnoli An intimate creative gathering in Barcelona for foreigners who love to connect 👽💫 Together, we’ll paint our own summer fans inspired by bold graphic art, summer energy and a sharp sense of humor 💅🏻 For this special edition, the artist Sil Magnoli will guide us through the art, techniques and creative process behind our hand-painted summer fans. No artistic experience needed — just curiosity, openness and maybe a slight foreign existential crisis 😅💅🏻 ______ **WHEN & WHERE** 📍Barcelona - venue in the area of Camp de l’Arpa (L5)/ Navas (L1). Obs: exact address will be sent privatly after your atendance confirmation 📅 May 30th 🕔 17:00 💸 25€ 🎯 limited spots available, but will have a waiting list! Kind reminder: your spot is only confirmed after payment. Please, make a bizum to +34 666 73 99 28 (anna) and send proof by DM! ⸻ **WHAT’S INCLUDED** 🎨 all materials will be provided by us ✨ introduction to the technique to be used 🍥 references and tools to inspire you in your ideas 👩🏻‍🎨 guidance & creative support from our invited artist 🪭 your own hand-painted fan to take home 🍸 vermut cups included 🫒 snacks 🎁 raffle of an exclusive fan painted by the artist @silmagnoli 🎶 awesome music 👽 a room full of internationals, conversations, new connections! ⸻ **LANGUAGE** The instructions will be given in English, but we also speak Spanish and Portuguese, for all doubts and support! Above all, we are fluent in connection! 🩷 ⸻ **WHY JOIN?** because art makes conversations easier. because home is also something we build together. because summer in Barcelona deserves to be celebrated properly! ⸻ **ABOUT LOCALS WITH AN ACCENT👽✨** We are a foreigners community exploring identity, belonging & life abroad through humor, conversations and events https://storage.tally.so/580716d4-8a4e-4b4c-ae08-f7b251728184/FOLLOW-US-TO-THE-STARS.jpeg Connect on @localswithanaccent_ for: 🌍 international community 🎙 podcast episodes 🎨 creative projects 💭 existential memes for internationals 🎉 future gatherings **ABOUT SIL MAGNOLI 🪭👩‍🎨** Sil Magnoli is a Barcelona-based artist who transforms everyday objects into colorful emotional pieces, full of personality and warmth. 🎨✨ Passionate about painting, storytelling and human connection, her work mixes bold visuals with affection, humor and self-expression. For this special edition, she’ll guide us through the art, techniques and creative process behind our hand-painted summer fans.

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Frequently asked questions

Meetup connects people looking to explore interests and hobbies, helping them join local groups or attend online events. Through communities, users engage with others who share similar passions and goals, making it easy to find activities and connections.

Yes, Meetup hosts a variety of art groups in Barcelona where locals can gather to appreciate and create art. Whether you're into painting, sculpture, or digital art, there's likely a community suited to your interests.

Signing up and browsing art groups is easy. Simply create a Meetup account, search for art groups in Barcelona, and request to join the ones that interest you. You can then participate in events and connect with fellow art enthusiasts.

Certainly! If you're passionate about art and organizing your own event, you can create a group and host events through Meetup. Engage other artists or art lovers by sharing your unique perspective and creativity with the community.

Meetup itself is free to use, but some group organizers may charge a small fee for events to cover materials or venue costs. Always check the event details for any costs associated before RSVPing.

Absolutely, Meetup allows users to find events and communities by specific cities or regions, including Barcelona. You can browse local art events situated in a convenient area for you.

Not every niche will have a group available, but you're welcome to start your own if you don't find a current match. Creating a group allows you to build a community around your specific art interests.

To RSVP for an event, log in to your Meetup account, navigate to the event page, and click on the RSVP button to confirm your attendance. It's simple and helps organizers plan better.

No, participation is voluntary. You can choose to attend only the events that suit your schedule or interests. However, consistent participation can enhance your experience and community connection.

Yes, Meetup often provides features allowing group members to communicate through the platform prior to and after events, making it easy to arrange meet-ups and follow-ups with new connections.

Not all groups meet face-to-face; many also offer online events, while others might alternate between online and local sessions. Check each group's scheduling to fit your preferences.

Meetup communities tend to attract diverse individuals with a shared interest. While there's no guarantee of finding a best friend right away, regularly participating in events can facilitate building meaningful connections.

There are no hard limits; you can join multiple groups to explore different interests. However, bear in mind your availability so you can actively participate in the chosen activities.

Event quality may vary based on organizer engagement and resources available. Review past attendee feedback on event pages for insight into the experiences you can expect at upcoming functions.

Yes, Meetup can be advantageous for solo travelers looking to connect with locals and discover artistic activities in cities like Barcelona. Joining events is an excellent opportunity to dive into the local art scene and make new friends.