ARTES is dedicated to raising awareness and understanding of Iberian and Latin American Visual Culture. It aims to bring together those with a special interest in the arts of Spain, Portugal and Latin America to:

  • Promote study and discussion
  • Organise regular meetings and visits
  • Provide news and information
  • Encourage collaboration across all fields and disciplines of Iberian and Latin American visual culture

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ARTES CEEH Scholarships – 2026

Thanks to the generous support of CEEH (Centro de Estudios Europa Hispánica), ARTES awards a number of scholarships to students working on any aspect of Spanish visual culture before 1900. The deadline for all applications is 30th April 2026 and the Scholarship Committee will inform successful applicants by 31st May. Scholarship winners are normally invited to an awards…

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ARTES TRIP TO MADRID, 19-21 FEBRUARY 2026

A group of ARTES members had a wonderful time in Madrid, exploring four exhibitions over two days! The trip began with an informal meeting on Thursday evening at the contemporary Galería Valverde, followed by tapas. The next morning, we visited the Anders Zorn (1860-1920) exhibition at Fundación Mapfre, where the curator, Casilda Ybarra provided fascinating insights into Zorn and…

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 ‘Artistry, Artifice and Accuracy in British Artists’ Drawings of Seville’ with Dr Martin Sorowka 

On 3 February at 18:00 UK time, ARTES will hold the next seminar series in collaboration with the Zurbarán Centre. Dr Martin Sorowka will deliver his talk entitled, ‘Artistry, Artifice and Accuracy in British Artists’ Drawings of Seville’. Please email artesiberia@gmail.com for a link to join. For more about this publication please visit the link below:-…

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