ART FILM - FRIDA - Tuesday 5 December, 2023 - 16:00 H

ART FILM - FRIDA 

-Tuesday 5 December, 2023 

- 16:00 H

- Darocas Studio Benitachell

- Fee * Donation

FRIDA, the 2002 biopic directed by Julie Taymor, is a visually stunning portrayal of the life of renowned Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, starring Salma Hayek in the titular role. While the film received critical acclaim for its artistic elements and performances, it also took creative liberties with certain aspects of Kahlo's life, prompting discussions about the accuracy of the portrayal. 

Viewers should approach the film as a work of art inspired by Kahlo rather than a strict biography. To gain a more accurate understanding of Kahlo's life, it's advisable to take first take the SpainLifestyle.com class on Frida, which explores the truths about her life and art. 

Karla Ingleton Darocas, arts historian, will be on hand to point out the notable differences between the Hollywood movie "Frida" and the real-life Frida Kahlo. 

FRIDA KAHLO - Art Lecture - Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023

 

• Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023
• 16:00 H
• Darocas Studio - Benitachell
• Fee - 10 Euros

In this lecture we will immerse ourselves in the captivating art of Frida Kahlo that is characterised by vibrant colours, surreal elements and intense emotional expression. 

FILM - Little Ashes - Nov.21 @ 16:00 H - Darocas Studio

Calling all students and DALÍ enthusiasts! 

THE MAJESTIC 'VIRGIN OF THE CARTHUSIANS' BY FRANCISCO DE ZURBARÁN

I had to sit down to take in the full size of this huge painting of the Virgin of the Carthusians or the Virgin of the Caves or the Virgin of Mercy, 1655, by Francisco de Zurbarán, as it measures approximately 217 x 161 centimeters (or about 85.4 x 63.4 inches) in size.

ZURBARÁN'S FEMALE SAINTS: AWE-INSPIRING MASTERPIECES

I finally got to meet these beautiful ladies of Francisco de Zurbarán up close. It was amazing to get the opportunity to really appreciate the intricacies of these masterpieces. The meticulous rendering of fabrics decorated with intricate patterns and textures adds to the overall richness of the compositions and demonstrates Zurbarán's exceptional ability to capture minute details and textures.

WATCH * 3D ANIMATION OF GALATEA OF THE SPHERES * A DALI PORTRAIT

"Galatea of the Spheres"," painted by the surrealist artist Salvador Dalí in 1952, is a remarkable testimony to Dalí's unmistakable artistic style and his enthusiasm for the realms of science and mysticism. This masterpiece encompasses various facets that illuminate the complexity of Dalí's vision:

WATCH * UN CHIEN ANDALOU * SALVADOR DALI'S FIRST FILM

In 1929, Salvador Dalí (1904 - 1989) collaborated in Paris with the Spanish film director and fellow student Luis Buñuel (1900 - 1983) on a film project that was so peculiar that it achieved legendary status. It was the first deliberate attempt to shock the audience.

WATCH DESTINO * SENSATIONAL SURREALIST MAGIC

Destino was an animated short film that resulted from a collaboration between Walt Disney and the Spanish surrealist painter Salvador Dalí. The music, composed by Mexican songwriter Armando Domínguez and performed by Mexican singer Dora Luz, accompanied the captivating images.

SEVILLE'S ARTISTIC TREASURES: PEDRO DE MENA'S MASTERPIECES

Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to visit the Museum of Fine Arts in Seville, where I saw three exquisite wooden masterpieces by my favourite 17th century artist and sculptor, Pedro de Mena y Medrano. This Spanish Baroque sculptor, who was born in Granada in August 1628 and died in Málaga on 13 October 1688, had a profound impact on the world of art.

THE DALÍ EXPERIENCE

COURSE 2023

Part One ⭐ Thursday, November 16

Part Two ⭐ Friday, November 17

TIME - 16 - 17:30 H

FEE - 20 euros

DAROCAS STUDIO ⭐ Benitachell 

🌟 FIELD TRIP - Alicante Fine Arts Museum - Temporary Exhibition - SURREAL SPLENDORS: 230+ MASTERPIECES IN DALÍ'S ENIGMATIC ODYSSEY

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