Description
PART ALTA 20-21
Book Summary
This catalog, the result of the eponymous exhibition held in Tarragona in 2006, offers a visual and emotional journey through the Part Alta, one of the city's most iconic neighborhoods. Through a carefully curated selection of images, the work captures the human essence and diversity of this urban space, showcasing its evolution over eighteen years. Readers will discover the work of artists from Tarragona who, through their gaze, highlight the city's cultural vitality and commitment to its surroundings.
What is it about?
The book documents the transformation of Tarragona's Part Alta through photography and art. It begins with the legacy of the Forvm collective, which captured the physiognomy of the neighborhood in 1989, and updates it with the vision of contemporary artists trained at the Escola d'Art i de Disseny of the Diputació de Tarragona. The images capture the essence of a neighborhood that, despite changes, has maintained its open and diverse character. The work is not only a visual record but also a testament to the artistic commitment and creative continuity that makes Tarragona a cultural powerhouse.
Main Topics
- Documentary and artistic photography of the Part Alta neighborhood of Tarragona.
- Urban and social evolution of an iconic space over nearly two decades.
- The legacy of the Forvm collective and the new generation of artists from Tarragona.
- The relationship between art, local identity, and cultural commitment.
- The Escola d'Art i de Disseny as a breeding ground for creative talent in the region.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at lovers of artistic and documentary photography interested in the urban and social evolution of historic neighborhoods. It is also ideal for residents or visitors of Tarragona who wish to see an intimate and human vision of the Part Alta, as well as for scholars of local contemporary art and visual culture in Catalonia.
What this book offers
- A deep, human look at the transformation of a historic neighborhood through photography.
- The contrast between the work of the Forvm collective and the vision of contemporary artists, showing artistic and social evolution.
- A visual testimony of the commitment of local creators to their environment and the culture of Tarragona.
- The opportunity to discover the emerging talent of the Escola d'Art i de Disseny and its impact on the art scene.
Technical Specifications
- Author: David Balsells, Magí Sunyer, Lluís Vives
- Publisher: Cosset·nia
- Language: Catalan
- Topic: Art History / Art and Design Styles
- Collection: Fora de Col·lecció
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication Date: January 2008
- Number of pages: 132
- Weight: 342 g
Editorial Review
Part Alta 20-21 is a work that transcends being a mere exhibition catalog to become a visual document of great heritage and artistic value. The combination of the historical gaze of the Forvm collective with the sensitivity of contemporary artists offers a rich and nuanced perspective on the evolution of a neighborhood with a strong identity. Recommended for those seeking an authentic and committed approach to documentary photography and local art, this book is particularly interesting for understanding how art can reflect and preserve the collective memory of a city.