Hayden Kays in Barcelona

Contemporary Artist

Born and raised Londoner, Hayden Kays steps onto the world stage, representing a new generation of Pop artists. He walks in the footsteps of Damien Hirst, Tracey Emin, and other Young British Artists. Hayden Kays is a painter, sculpture and printmaker that blurs the lines between street art and traditional visual culture.

He embraces the power of written words and creates art that opens doors and opens our minds. The contemporary artist uses his modern wit to reflect on society and free the judgments that might collect in the corners of closed minds.

“Everything that happens, happens because of love”

Through his art, Kays comments on the capitalist culture that rules the world. His reflections are sarcastic and absurd but always most certainly revealing a truth.

Discover the satirical maxims that have captivated the world. Furthermore, take a piece of the artist home with exclusive Hayden Kays art for sale in the Moco Gift Shops.

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Hayden Kays, Sending You a Lot Of Love

Exhibiting artists include

Andy Warhol

Modern Artist
Banksy’s graffiti-style artwork of two rats fighting with pens at Moco Museum Barcelona

Banksy

Contemporary Street Artist
Close-up of Basquiat’s colorful painting with “Il Flash” text at Moco Museum Barcelona

Jean-Michel Basquiat

Modern Artist
Close-up of KAWS sculpture “Companion (Passing Thought)” with hands covering face at Moco Museum Barcelona

KAWS

Contemporary Artist
Keith Haring's pop art painting of a telephone on vivid orange background at Moco Museum Amsterdam.

Keith Haring

Modern Artist
Modern artworks with bold colors and quotes displayed at Moco Museum Barcelona. Gallery view with KAWS artworks “Untitled” and “NYT” at Moco Museum Barcelona Contemporary black sculpture by Robin Kid a.k.a THE KID at Moco Museum Barcelona. Visitor walking in front of Opie's artwork at Moco Museum Barcelona. Immersive purple light diamond installation by Studio Irma at Moco Museum Barcelona. KAWS Companion statue in outdoor courtyard of Moco Museum Barcelona. Gallery wall featuring bold text artworks by Robbie Williams, including “You’re fucking amazing,” at Moco Museum Barcelona.

Reviews

  • Rated 4.3/5
    6M visitors worldwide
  • S.
    It is a well curated small collection of contemporary arts greatest hits along with a few up and coming artists exhibitions. I was fascinated by the pieces and I love how the museum flowed through each experience. The staff were amazing and helpful also. Absolutely a must see for contemporary art lovers!!
  • Naledi H.
    I loved the museum! The art exhibited there was fantastic! It was so inspiring and such a wonderful experience. The art is so vibrant I loved being there I didn't want to leave.
  • Virginia R.
    The exhibits were curated well. And the chosen pieces provided a nice representation of various influential and impactful artists. I would definitely recommend this museum for any fan of contemporary art.

Practical Information

  • Opening Hours
    • Monday – Sunday: 10:00 – 20:00
  • Duration

    Approximately 90 minutes.

  • Location

    Carrer de Montcada 25, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain. Get directions here.

  • Contact

    Do you have a question? Click here to chat with us (available Monday-Friday from 10:00 – 12:00)
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  • Audio Guide

    Audio guides are available for purchase online through the Moco Museum ticketshop or at the entrance in Barcelona.

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Media Reviews

  • Condé Nast Traveler
    Barcelona's Moco Museum is a riot–of colors, of styles, of pushing artistic boundaries. Mainly, of joy.
  • The New Barcelona Post
    An internationally successful museum arrives in Barcelona: the Moco Museum.
  • TripAdvisor
    The museum is well structured and organized, the works are interesting and, certainly, offers a different note than the usual Gaudi and Picasso etc.
  • PR Newswire
    Moco echoes its commitment to exhibiting iconic works by internationally renowned artists and rising stars. For many visitors, Moco is an entry point into the world of art.

“I’m only able to change my world. Art can open doors, Art can really move you, Art has got me here, Art gets me going."

Hayden Kays

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