Sergio Mora and Lusesita: interview with two of them
Today I went to Sergio Mora and Lusesita’s workshop . The spaceship (as they call it) is a large, bright space. It is just as you would imagine a workshop of two artists working in different disciplines. He is a painter, and she (whose name is Laura) is a ceramist. In the studio of Sergio […]
Premiere of the film: “This is how PLOM ice cream was made”.
We release the video “This is how PLOM ice cream was made”. We recorded it on the occasion of the creation of PLOM ice cream, the first ice cream in the world designed by children who love contemporary art. Why an ice cream? July arrived and we realized that summer was already in full swing, […]
The artistic gift: how to give art as a gift to a child
In this article, we will explain what an artistic gift is and how many types of artistic gifts we can find in the market. There are many ways to introduce a child to the world of art. Giving an original work of art is the most direct option, but there are others, just as effective. […]
Javi Corellano: interview and exhibition at PLOM
We interviewed the artist Javi Corellano on the occasion of his new exhibition, “Star Stuff”, specially designed for PLOM Gallery. The exhibition “Star Stuff”, by Javi Corellano (Core), will be open from today, Thursday September 28th, until next Thursday October 12th. On Saturday, October 7, Core will paint and decorate the door-window of PLOM Gallery. […]
The children of Diablo Santo and the art that makes you grow up
Is there such a thing as art that makes you grow? At PLOM Gallery we know there is. In this exclusive text, journalist and writer Pedro Calleja talks about the importance that a work of art can have in the life of a child. Let’s say it’s the year 2025. A documentary filmmaker is interested […]
PLOM family: at Mateu and Luca’s home
We are in Barcelona. Today we visit the home of Mateu (9 years old) and Luca (6 years old), two children who live and grow up in an environment that undoubtedly stimulates creativity and imagination. Their mother, Sylvia, is an art and costume director. Their father, Àngel, works in marketing and production. Does this family […]
The art of letters and numbers
In this exclusive text for PLOM Gallery, writer and journalist Pedro Calleja reflects on the fascination of letters and numbers in children who are beginning to artistically decipher the world. My son Pedro is 2 years and 8 months old (well, he is now 4 years and 4 months, but when I wrote this text, […]
Artist toys are a trend
Designer toys are artist toys. Toys designed by artists. They are almost always small-sized figurines, manufactured in limited series, with materials such as resin, vinyl and wood. It is a trend that emerged in the late 90s, in Hong Kong. It soon spread around the world, becoming a fashion, a style and a generational inspiration. […]
Why give art as a gift to a newborn
Journalist and writer Pedro Calleja reflects on the subject exclusively for us.
The Superpowers of Art.
Martina Manyà: interview squared
We interviewed Martina Manyà, on the occasion of her exhibition at PLOM Gallery, entitled Quadrat2, which opens this Saturday, April 14, at 17:30hrs. Children (and adults accompanying them) will be able to participate in the exhibition by selecting and combining the pieces on display as they wish. Don’t miss it! Martina Manyà is an artist […]
Artistic experiment: your child’s room needs…
This is the amazing result of our latest artistic experiment with children. We called 3 girls and 2 boys, ages 6 to 11, and showed them the following original work by Jordi Pintó: Physics, Metaphysics and Paraphysics of Nature, by Jordi Pintó. Do you like it? Visit our SHOP. While the children were looking at […]
The importance of the Original Work of Art
In this exclusive text for PLOM Gallery, writer and journalist Pedro Calleja stresses how important it is for a child to discover for himself the value of an original work of art, such as Smurfette, by Cristina Borobia, on sale in our SHOP. I wasn’t aware of it then, but the first works of art […]
Maria Acaso: Art and the rEDUvolution
María Acaso is a reference figure in the field of the so-called 21st Century Education. Concerned about the problems that teachers have right now in transmitting knowledge to their students, she states that it is necessary to change teaching methods. In her opinion, more important than WHAT we want to teach is HOW we can […]
Art illustrated books for Sant Jordi
Picture books are one of the most effective tools to get a child interested in the world of art. How to choose a good picture book capable of igniting artistic passions? In this article, we give you some useful tips. Different types of illustrated books A few illustrated books are conceived as pieces of Art […]
The Street Art of Zosen and Mina
Argentina’s Zosen Bandido and Japan’s Mina Hamada form one of the most sizzling and hyperactive couples in contemporary art and Street Art today. We really like what they do. Whenever we can, we have some of their stuff at PLOM Gallery. A few days ago, Zosen and Mina sent us photos of one of the […]
Artistic objects that enrich our lives
In this exclusive text for PLOM, publicist and exponential communicator Robert Artigau talks about the value of the artistic objects that accompany us throughout our lives. My father has a photo of Jorge Negrete next to his bed, with a simple frame, leaning against his bedside table. There was a time when he had it […]
Susie Hammer: from Poland with Love
We interviewed Susie Hammer, illustrator and graphic artist born in Warsaw (Poland) and based in Madrid since a few years ago. Susie Hammer ‘s cheerful and colorful style captivates us and immerses us in a parallel dimension, Pop and Naïf inspired , where all things – living beings and everyday objects – have faces and […]
Interview: Brianda Fitz-James Stuart’s Superpowers
We interviewed Brianda Fitz-James Stuart, the author of the illustrations in the book “The Superpowers of Art. A Messy History”, just published by Mosquito Books in collaboration with Plom Gallery. Brianda Fitz-James Stuart was born in Madrid. She is an illustrator, painter, print designer and DJ. She has collaborated with a multitude of brands, in […]
Art and Science: the world of Geometric Abstraction
Next Saturday May 5, on the occasion of TheCreativeFest, PLOM Gallery organizes contemporary art workshops for children at l’Antiga Fàbrica Damm. The workshops will revolve around the concept of Geometric Abstraction. In this text written exclusively for the blog, journalist and writer Pedro Calleja reflects on Geometric Abstraction in Art and Science. What does a […]
Pablo Salvaje: untamed interview
We interviewed Pablo Salvaje, author of the illustrations of one of the most spectacular books of the year, Alma Animal, published by Mosquito Books . Born in Seville in 1988 and based in Barcelona since 2013, Pablo Salvaje has combined his studies in Performing Arts and Interpretation with the world of illustration and manual printing. […]
Gifts of Art to renovate rooms
We have selected for you 5 Art Gifts able to improve and enhance any space. They are perfect for renovating children’s rooms. Every child is a world. Every child is a world. Filling those worlds with love, ideas and beautiful things is a challenge we face every day. Thanks to Art, we can achieve it, […]
The Three Wise Men of Art are here
Do you want the Three Wise Men of Art to bring you something nice this Christmas? Here is a list of recommendations for you to include in your letter. From original pieces by Brianda Fitz-James Stuart to limited edition posters from Pintachán. “THE DANCE OF MATISSE” 200 € SHOP NOW This delightful reinterpretation of “The […]
Inspiring Gifts: Art to look, touch and smell
In this Christmas list of inspiring gifts you will find contemporary art pieces made with unusual materials and techniques: from paper sculpture to tapestry weaving, ceramic figures and collages of all kinds. “Whale” is, in the words of its creator, the Italian artist Vittoria Drago, a ‘paper sculpture’. Geometric shapes, balance of colors and three-dimensional […]
How to decorate children’s rooms with Art
We propose 5 perfect gifts to revitalize any child’s room. They are pieces that incite to action and answer the question how to decorate with Art. Little engines of creativity for boys and girls of any age. 100 € BUY “Horse is a four-color silkscreen print on 300gr. cotton paper. It is part of a […]
Picasso and the Superpowers of Art
Here you have the text about Pablo Picasso written by Pedro Calleja for the book “Los Superpoderes del Arte” (The Superpowers of Art), illustrated by Brianda Fitz-James Stuart. It is an unpublished story. It does not appear in the book. A great gift! Exclusively for PLOM. Lord Omega and Madame Nada travel to Paris in […]
6 Reasons to Educate Children with Art
It is something we are constantly asked: “Does art serve to educate children?” We always answer yes, that art is a language, a tool, a different and enriching way of perceiving the world. “But what exactly does Art do to educate children?” Insist some of the people who asked us the above question. Well, lots […]
Art gifts for boys and girls with personality
We propose a list of artistic and educational gifts especially recommended for 10 different types of children. Choosing art gifts for children is not as complicated as it seems. Just take into account their personality and hobbies. What is their character? What do they like? What are their favorite activities? How do they relate to […]
Plom Family: At Gerard and Júlia’s home
We visited a PLOM family from Barcelona. They are 4 little people sharing house and life, sensations and passions, laughter and… More laughter! Alina Topala and Marc Canillo are the mommy and daddy, respectively, of Júlia (5 years old) and Gerard (4 years old). Alina and Marc are professionally dedicated to gastronomy. Marc’s activity is […]
How to recognize child artists
In 1946, on the verge of his 65th birthday, Pablo Picasso visited an exhibition of drawings made by children. As he left, the journalists asked for his opinion. The Malaga-born artist left them in awe with a phrase that has gone down in history: “At the age of these children, I painted like Rafael, but […]
Art for creative and artistically gifted children
They like to draw, paint, model, cut out, glue. They stain their clothes, stain the walls, stain the floor. After a while, they show us their masterpieces with an irresistible smile. Creative children… Do you recognize them? Yes, they do. They are our sons and daughters. Our nephews and nieces. Our grandchildren. The children of […]
Romperayos is Ana Truan and vice versa: interview
In this exclusive interview for PLOM, Romperayos explains how she became an artist with Superpowers. This is how it is presented Romperayos,Ana Truan ‘s artistic name , on her website: “Welcome to my universe. 1: I love animals because they are authentic and honest; 2: I believe in the power of the Aurora Borealis; 3: […]
Art for dreamers and children with sensitivity
They are children who observe everything with great attention. They may not talk much, but with their eyes and gestures they are capable of communicating anything. Dreamers and with sensitivity. They are imaginative and imaginative. They like stories with a good dramatic development. They are captivated by a melody by Debussy or a passage from […]
Women artists deserve more
We join the day of feminist vindication by providing some data on the current situation of women artists. Right now, in PLOM Gallery’s online shop there are works of art of about fifty artists. Thirty of them are women. That’s 60%. The percentage is not significant, as these 30 artists have been selected for their […]
Vanessa Linares: the enchanted interview
We interviewed Vanessa Linares, illustrator and painter, graphic designer and superwoman. An artist with superpowers. Inimitable and inspiring. The work of Vanessa Linares is intimate, tender, innocent, but sometimes also disturbing. Her big-eyed “worms” are present in most of her paintings and watercolors. Of all sizes, of all colors. Sometimes, they seem human to us; […]
Alison Oliver: Barcelona-New York Connection
We interviewed Alison Oliver, New York-based illustrator, painter and graphic designer, founder of the studio Sugar and PLOM artist with Superpowers. Alison Oliver is the renowned illustrator of the Classic Lit collection from the publisher BabyLit. BabyLit, specializing in versions of literary classics for young children. From Don Quixote to Romeo and Juliet, through The […]
The PLOM Illustrators’ Table at the FLIC 2019 festival.
This year, PLOM Gallery is collaborating with the 9th edition of the FLIC, the festival of literature and arts for children and young people, by taking charge of the Illustrators Table. There are only 18 days left. On Friday 15 and Thursday 16 March 2019, at the Museu del Disseny de Barcelona, PLOM Gallery will […]
Plom Family: At Leonardo and Orlando’s home
Laura Caldarola and José R. Pastrana are very lucky to have a talented son like Leonardo. But Leonardo is even luckier to have parents who are so devoted to their children’s creativity and love. When we visited the family, the youngest, Orlando (less than a year old) is recovering from pneumonia that has kept him […]
Yayoi Kusama
Yayoi Kusama (1929) was born in Matsumoto, a small rural town in Japan, which in those years was still a very traditional country. Yayoi grew up surrounded by fields. Her family, important landowners, was dedicated to the cultivation and wholesale of both seeds and flowers. Her mother always expected her daughter to become a wife […]
The Super Powers Material Box
We present “La Caja de los Superpoderes del Arte”, a box with a selection of basic and very good quality material to unleash our creativity. We have lovingly prepared it in collaboration with ARTCANTS, a charming store of fine arts materials located in the Mercat dels Encants in Barcelona. A place that we love […]