Dear Circle,

This month feels like a turning point for us at Artist Ally. Our allies are stepping into the spotlight, and we’re so excited to share what’s coming up — from an intimate residency in the woods to Barcelona’s biggest contemporary art fair.

Sottobosco Residency 🌱

From 29 September to 5 October, Xav will mentor artists at Sottobosco (Cabrils, just 30 minutes outside Barcelona). The workshop is designed to help participants reconnect with their true nature before diving into their projects, surrounded by the forest, silence, and inspiration.

On 5 October, we’ll gather at Masia Mas Maria for the public showcase of the residency. Expect new media, sound, and technology works inspired by nature itself, featuring both residents and invited artists from our Circle: PAGOO and Maria Gurikhina.

We’d love to see you there! Check the event page here 💜 

SWAB Giveaway: Abbozzo Gallery x Artist Ally 🎟️

We’re also thrilled to announce our first SWAB Art Fair giveaway! Thanks to our ally Abbozzo Gallery, we’re giving away 2 day passes for Saturday, 4 October — including a personal walkthrough with our co-founder, Blake Zigrossi.

This is your chance to experience Barcelona’s most cutting-edge contemporary art fair, discover bold new voices, and meet our allies in person: Abbozzo Gallery, Casa Espacio, and 200 Cent will all be exhibiting at SWAB.

How to enter:
1️⃣ Like our giveaway post on our Instagram
2️⃣ Follow @artistallybcn + @abbozzogallery
3️⃣ Tag a friend you’d bring (1 tag = 1 entry, unlimited entries)

📅 Winner announced 29 September — just in time to join us at SWAB!

More Than Moments → A Movement 🟣

At Artist Ally, we believe nurturing artists is about tending to community, strategy and soul. That’s why we’re so proud to partner with allies who create opportunities for artists to grow, connect, and thrive, both in Barcelona and beyond.

Whether in Cabrils or at SWAB, we’d love to connect with you in person this October. Keep following, and don’t forget to share this giveaway with a friend who’d love to explore Barcelona’s art scene.

With care,
— Xav & Blake 💜

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