Yago Hortal in Barcelona

Contemporary Artist

Giant, sweeping waves and splashes of thick paint flood our souls in vibrant colour. Inspired by Abstract Expressionism, the art of Yago Hortal has a direct connection with the viewer, creating sensations that balance between chaos and order. The contemporary artist paints with spontaneous yet also planned action. Brushstrokes that smear, marble, and splatter, recreate the face and personality of colour in our contemporary age.

Yago Hortal was born and raised in the city of Barcelona. He uses industrial colors and materials that reference an urban experience. Within his studio, he listens to different music genres that mould his emotional state before painting. As energy flows onto the canvas, it is captured and preserved as a physical signature.

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

Keith Haring

Modern Artist
Visitor looking at Kusama's iconic pumpkin artwork.

Yayoi Kusama

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.

“What matters to me is that the rhythm of each brushstroke can be reflected in a single gesture…each brushstroke acting as a reflection of the moment it was made. That’s why all my paintings are also a kind of personal diary.”

Yago Hortal

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