The Most Interesting Local Galleries In Seville, Spain
The local gallery scene is growing and changing all throughout Spain, especially in cities like Madrid and Seville. Although it is a field in which a lot of work, time and energy is necessary to stay grounded, Seville’s most interesting local galleries demonstrate the success, creativity and excitement of the contemporary art scene of the Andalusian region and beyond. Whether you’re on your way to the river for lunch or walking to marvel at Las Setas, make these galleries a special part of your adventure.
Wabi Sabi Shop and Gallery
More than just a gallery, Wabi Sabi Shop and Gallery is a vast space that lets in vast amounts of natural light and houses local and contemporary works of art from paintings, sculpture and fashion to décor, whether furniture or handmade ceramics. The owner, María López Vergara, wants visitors to feel like guests in a home that has the ability to welcome and connect with all people, no matter who they are. In addition to selling various works of art and design, the gallery hosts book and poetry readings, fashion shows, concerts, and more.
Calle Francos 9, Seville Spain, +34 954214065
Galería Weber-Lutgen
Ever since its doors opened in June of 2007, Galería Weber-Lutgen has been a contemporary art gallery that is a work of art in and of itself. Most of the works that dominate this gallery’s space are works by non-mainstream artists, but overall, they do a great job of representing the contemporary art of Seville. Not only are the ever-changing exhibits of various themes outside of the mainstream, every new exhibition displays its theme through multimedia works ranging from installations, photography and performance art to the more conventional methods of painting, sketches, and engravings.
Calle Fray Diego de Cádiz 9, Seville Spain, +34 95490947
Delimbo Artspace
The Delimbo Artspace gallery and shop in the newly revitalized area of Soho Benita, known as Seville’s new creative hot spot, is a very hip and fun place to hang out in the mornings and late afternoons. It houses an eclectic mix of art and merchandise, from graffiti materials and urban art books to cult T-shirts and similarly cutting-edge graphic creations in the arcaded space located in the back of the early 1900 modernist building. They also rent out the space for outside exhibitions and events, as well as a variety of workshops to work on your printing skills or take on a new perspective in the world of contemporary art.
Calle Perez Galdos 1 Seville, Spain, +34 955294188
AJG Contemporary Art Gallery
Located right in the heart of Seville, the AJG Contemporary Art Gallery is a space dedicated to promoting local and international up and coming artists. Often highlighting innovative concepts and themes, the gallery displays the work of leading contemporary artists as well as the burgeoning talents of a new generation of artists from around the world.
Pje Francisco Molina 41003 Seville Spain+34 676460143
Galería Birimbao
Galería Birimbao is a contemporary art gallery that displays works of primarily Sevillan artists — however, it also may sometimes display art of artists from countries like France and Taiwan. The exhibition space changes its works regularly and often contains a wide variety of mediums, from photography and print to painting and sculpture. An ideal location right next to the outstanding Alcazar, Galería Birimbao is a wonderful representation of the local talent of the Sevillan contemporary art world.
Calle Alcázares, 5 41003 Seville Spain, +34 954561084
Galeria Cavecanem
Founded in 1992, Galería Cavecanem serves as a platform for artists, specializing in featuring them at the very beginning of their careers. The gallery transcends the physical boundaries of their own space, as it also serves as a fully functional office for training, promotion, dissemination, and exhibition and sale of current contemporary art. The training they provide guides artists through the new beginnings of entering the art world and teaches about creating and collection as well as basic artistic skills.
Pasaje Francisco Molina 17, 41003 Seville Spain, +34 955266299/ +34 653885217
Galería Haurie
Another fabulous contemporary art gallery, Galería de arte Huarie exhibits a wide variety of art, from themes of realism and traditionalism to the very abstract and surreal. Galería Haurie is a somewhat mysterious but always fascinating space to visit. The website even gives you a virtual tour of the entire space, if you are looking for a sneak peek.
Calle de Guzmán ‘El Bueno’, 9D 41004 Seville Spain, +34 954225726
Galería Rafael Ortiz
Founded in 1984 and located near the famous Flamenco Museum of Seville, Galería Rafael Ortiz presents an exciting array of works. The goal is not only to display and promote the art of young and local creative artist, but to also establish them in such a competitive and ever-changing field. This focus allows the space to open a door to many emerging artists and trends of the art world of Seville and beyond.
Calle de los Mármoles,12, 41004 Seville, Spain, +34 954214874
Alarcon Criado
Alarcon Criado is another white cube gallery that displays a regularly changing variety of exhibitions focusing on one artist at a time. The exhibitions of this space are often extremely eclectic, demonstrating a multitude of themes. Although it does praise the local art scene, Alarcon Criado is also dedicated to displaying and supporting emerging artists from all over the world.
Calle Velarde, 9 41001 Seville Spain, +34 954221613