Description
KBR FLAMA 2022
Book Summary
This catalogue covers the fourth edition of the KBr Fundación MAPFRE Flama program, an annual event dedicated to emerging photographic creation. The work presents the projects of four young photographers selected from among the students of Barcelona's main schools: Nanouch Congost, Guillermo Fernández, Jordi Miquel Riera, and Sílvia Parés. Through their work, the reader will explore themes ranging from the intimate and territorial environment to investigations into the manipulation of time and the relationship between sound and image. An essential volume for discovering new perspectives in contemporary photography.
What is it about?
KBR FLAMA 2022 is the catalogue for the exhibition of the same name, which brings together the projects of four emerging photographers trained in Barcelona. The work documents the proposals of Nanouch Congost, Guillermo Fernández, Jordi Miquel Riera, and Sílvia Parés, who were selected by a jury composed of Horacio Fernández, Carles Guerra, Joana Hurtado, and Arianna Rinaldo. The works presented address different approaches: from the exploration of the most immediate, territorial, and intimate environment, to conceptual investigations into the manipulation of time and its manifestations, as well as the interaction between sound and image. The book, published by Fundación MAPFRE, serves as a record of this annual exhibition that promotes new generations of photographers.
Main themes
- Emerging photographic creation in Barcelona
- Exploration of the intimate and territorial environment
- Manipulation of time and its manifestations
- Relationship between sound and photographic image
- Selection and curatorial processes in contemporary photography
Who is it recommended for?
This catalogue is aimed at photographers, art and photography students, exhibition curators, and contemporary photography enthusiasts interested in discovering new talent. It is also of interest to cultural sector professionals who wish to learn about emerging trends in the Barcelona photography scene and the proposals of new generations of creators.
What this book provides
- Access to the winning projects of a competitive open call with a specialized jury
- A panoramic view of current trends in emerging photography
- Documentation of four artistic proposals diverse in theme and approach
- Context regarding the photographic educational landscape in Barcelona
- A record of a benchmark institutional exhibition in the sector
Technical specifications
- Author: Congost, Nanouch; Fernandez, Guillermo; Pares, Silvia; Riera, Jordi Miquel
- Publisher: Fundación MAPFRE
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Exhibition and specific collection catalogues, Photography and photographers
- Collection: Exhibition catalogue
- Publication date: September 2022
- Number of pages: 144
- Weight: 469 g
Editorial review
KBR FLAMA 2022 is a catalogue that fulfills its purpose of giving visibility to emerging photography, offering a curated selection of four projects that stand out for their thematic diversity and approach. The work is particularly relevant for those who follow the contemporary photography scene in Spain, as it documents the work of new creators trained in leading institutions. The participation of a qualified jury adds value to the selection, and the variety of approaches—from the intimate to the conceptual—ensures a stimulating journey for the reader interested in the evolution of the photographic medium.