In Barcelona we celebrate the Night of Saint John welcoming the summer solstice. It’s the shortest night of the year and it is surrounded by magic, symbols and legends. Three elements define this ancestral celebration. Fire is the purifying element that liberates us from bad luck. To this end, during the Night of Saint John, old furniture is heaped together to form bonfires and fireworks can be seen all over the city – an incomparable spectacle of light and sound. The second element is water, which is said to offer healing powers on this night. The custom is to take a bath in the sea and so Barcelona’s beaches witness thousands taking part in this ritual and formulating their special wishes. Herbs are the third magical element of the Night of Saint John. It is believed
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Next June 3rd will see the reopening to the public of the terrace Brisa del Mar, a unique and exclusive space in front of Barcelona’s old harbor. Situated on the top floor of the Hotel Duquesa de Cardona, on the historical Passeig Colom in front of the Moll de la Fusta, it offers spectacular views of Barcelona’ seaside – from the Hotel Arts to the Maremagnum and World Trade Center by way of the Barceloneta.
The space has a relaxed design with teak floors, aromatic plants and comfortable, Italian chairs. The subdued ocean-blue lighting and candles in all corners create a chic and elegant atmosphere, which make the Brisa del Mar a choice meeting point for Barcelona’s bohemian and cultural set as well as clients looking for sophistication.
“I portray what is not visible, what we do not show.
Self control and passion, conscience and unconsciousness, brain and heart. Both extremes are reflected in the work of Oriol Llaurado. Coming from the universe of architectural and interior photography, Llaurado has taken from those worlds the technique, the precision, the measurement and the light to inject them with his own dose of artistic passion. A passion always present in him and which he has been developing in giant steps since 2008.
His work is best enjoyed
Pitti Immagine Uomo, in its 78th year, is the most international important event in men’s fashion. The most renowned brands and labels use this fair to launch their new collections and present their advertising strategies.
The opening will take place at the Fortezza de Basso in Florence on June 15th and the closing ceremony is scheduled for June 17th, 2010. The present edition highlights the premiere of Jil Sander, with designer Raf Simons, on the catwalks. Although it is always a pleasure strolling through the streets and over the bridges of Florence, it is even more so at this time of year, when it is a particular delight to be able to enjoy all the open-air places and corners the Tuscan capital offers.
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This is the focus that Anka Manshusen, one of our favorite artists, has given to her photography workshops, which will begin at the end of May. The goal is to be guided in the discovery of one’s expression, that which makes our creative personality unique. During the class each participant will create their own portrait and during the development aspects such as the format choice, the angle, the composition and perspective will be addressed. All you need is a digital camera, not necessarily a reflex one, and obviously know how to use it. Additionally, Anka offers different possible durations – an intensive workshop of 2,5 days or, if preferred, a more relaxed one over the course
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