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Como Pedro por mi Casa

04 November 2009 By Vera Ciria 0 In Books and Comics, Events

Starting Monday 2nd and continuing to the 7th of November, the annual illustrated book festival, Como Pedro Por Mi Casa, is being held at La Central in the Raval neighbourhood. The event is organized by Julia Pelletier and is celebrating it’s 4th edition.

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Pulgas Mix

29 October 2009 By Vera Ciria 2 In Events, Fashion

This past weekend, (24th and 25th of October), was the 15th edition of Pulgas Mix. Evoking the sensations of flea markets around the world, the event is a platform for young designers to show off their goods in a relaxed atmosphere. This time around, the market was held at the Sant Agusti Convent in Borne. All types of activities were planned during the two days such as different DJs, workshops and cinema projections, to name just a few. The atmosphere is festive and there are usually a good amount of visitors during the two days.

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Mariscal Sketches Party

27 October 2009 By Vera Ciria 5 In Books and Comics, Events

I was invited to the launch party of Mariscal’s new book Sketches this past Friday at Palo Alto. A new tome filled with the artist’s drawings over the years. I find his work a bit irritating, but I do believe he has played a very important part in Spanish design and illustration history. Part rebel, part provocative, Mariscal narrates stories through his drawings. Stories that we can all relate to, everyday situations, ingenuity with a naughty twist. He was the person charged with creating the 92′ Barcelona Olympic mascot, Cobi.

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Encants Vells – Barcelona’s Flea Market

07 October 2009 By Vera Ciria 1 In Events

Disorganized, smelly, filled with people, when visiting the Encants Vells flea market, (Old Charms), patience is a must. The market is held every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, just off the Glorias round-about. It’s best to go during the week and very early, around 9:00 in the morning. Saturday is chaotic. Preparation is a must, bring coins, as bartering is allowed. There’s no point in bartering down a price and then handing over a 20 euro note. The sellers are pretty tolerant with taking photos, but precaution must be taken with cameras, bags, purses and other belongings. The best option is stuff everything in pockets.

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